Sheriff’s Corner

Bogus Check Doesn’t
Fool Local Real Estate Lawyer

Posted by Editor on Apr 17, 2013 in Sheriff's Corner | 0 comments

A real estate scam that recently surfaced in Southwest Florida serves as a timely warning to those in the business of selling property and/or representing agents and brokers in the selling of property; be familiar with the red flags of the notorious advance fee fraud. Although this scheme has many variations, one goal remains the same and that is to trick the “target” into cashing a fraudulent check or money order, followed by a request to “disburse” funds through a wire transfer.

That’s exactly how the scam unfolded for a local real estate agent who received an e-mail from a “buyer” interested in purchasing a home listed for sale on an online website. The buyer told the realtor he was currently living in the United Kingdom and would be conducting business via e-mail. In order to make the deal look plausible, the “buyer” also contacted a local real estate attorney to assist in the transaction. After e-mails and an executed contract were exchanged between the realtor and the con-artist, the attorney – who had never been retained by the scammer – received a cashier’s check for $166,530.00 with instructions to contact the “buyer” immediately so funds could be properly distributed. Fortunately, it didn’t take long for the attorney to realize he was being set up in an elaborate advance fee scheme. (more…)

LCSO Deputy Recognized

Posted by Editor on Mar 6, 2013 in Sheriff's Corner | 0 comments

Capt. John Haberman, commander of Bravo Station in Lehigh, said that Cpl. Steve Cart was asked to handle a complaint from the Lehigh Acres Child Care Center concerning vagrants living in a wooded area next to their facility which also includes a playground. The site is across the canal near the Lehigh Regional Medical Center.

Owners at the child care center said people living in the wooded area do things that were in their words, “vulgar and within view of the children and in and around the day care center.”

Sexual Predator on the Move

Posted by Editor on Feb 21, 2013 in Sheriff's Corner | 0 comments

Pursuant to Florida Statute 775.21 the Public Safety Information Act of 1997, the Lee County Sheriff’s Office is making formal community notification of a sexual predator registered as residing in Lee County, as well as whether the victim was a minor or adult at the time of offense. We are hopeful that local media will assist in this process by broadcasting or printing the name, description, and photograph of the court designated predator.

Christopher J. Boehm

Christopher J. Boehm has moved to 525 Trinity Road, Lehigh Acres, FL 33974. His previous address was 12501 5th Street, Fort Myers, 33905-4860.

Name/Description: Christopher J. Boehm (DOB: 08/06/1959) W/M; 6’2” feet tall; 200 pounds; Blond hair, Blue eyes .

New Address: 525 Trinity Road, Lehigh Acres, FL 33974

Boehm was convicted of Lewd or Lascivious Molestation Victim 12-15 years old/offender 18 or older in March 2008.

Safety and Security Tip

Posted by Editor on Feb 5, 2013 in Sheriff's Corner | 0 comments

The Lee County Sheriff’s Office Community Relations Section proudly brings you this month’s Safety and Security Tip and reminds everyone to share this information with your co-workers, family, friends, and neighbors. You never know when the information you share could help someone.

Should you like more information about this topic, or have any safety or security related questions, or would like to arrange a speaker to attend your meeting please call our Community Relations Section at 239-477-1400.

To learn more about the Crime Prevention topics offered by the Lee County Sheriff’s Office please visit our website at www.sheriffleefl.org.

To reach your Crime Prevention Specialist directly: (more…)

Sheriff Scott Awarded Elected Official of the Year for Southwest Florida

Posted by Editor on Jan 17, 2013 in Sheriff's Corner | 0 comments

Lee County Sheriff Mike Scott

It is with great pleasure that we announce that Sheriff Mike Scott has been nominated and awarded the 2013 Elected Official of the Year for Southwest Florida, by the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Florida Chapter, Southwest Florida Unit.

Sheriff Scott has worked hard to implement many different programs in Lee Countythat assist every walk of life. The Lee County Sheriff’s Office developed a close relationship with the Dubin Alzheimer’s Center to develop the Lee Elder Abuse Prevention Partnership, which is a coalition among Lee County human service providers and agencies created to promote awareness of elder abuse, neglect and exploitation. (more…)

Daily Traffic Enforcement Update December 3, 2012

Posted by Editor on Dec 3, 2012 in Sheriff's Corner | 0 comments

The Lee County Sheriff’s Office Traffic Unit is providing the information listed below in continuing efforts to increase traffic safety awareness and education, plus to emphasize the importance of obeying traffic laws to reduce traffic crashes, injuries and death on Lee County roads.

On Tuesday, December 4, 2012, the Traffic Unit will target at least one of the following three locations for enforcement:

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Daily Traffic Enforcement
Update Nov 23

Posted by Editor on Nov 23, 2012 in Sheriff's Corner | 0 comments

The Lee County Sheriff’s Office Traffic Unit is providing the information listed below in continuing efforts to increase traffic safety awareness and education, plus to emphasize the importance of obeying traffic laws to reduce traffic crashes, injuries and death on Lee County roads.

On Monday, November 26, 2012, the Traffic Unit will target at least one of the following three locations for enforcement:

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Daily Traffic Enforcement Update

Posted by Editor on Aug 29, 2012 in Sheriff's Corner | 0 comments

The Lee County Sheriff’s Office Traffic Unit is providing the information listed below in continuing efforts to increase traffic safety awareness and education, plus to emphasize the importance of obeying traffic laws to reduce traffic crashes, injuries and death on Lee County roads.

On Thursday, August 30, 2012, the Traffic Unit will target at least one of the following three locations for enforcement: (more…)

Sexual Predator On The Move

Posted by Editor on Aug 29, 2012 in Sheriff's Corner | 0 comments

Pursuant to Florida Statute 775.21 the Public Safety Information Act of 1997, the Lee County Sheriff’s Office is making formal community notification of a sexual predator registered as residing in Lee County, as well as whether the victim was a minor or adult at the time of offense. We are hopeful that local media will assist in this process by broadcasting or printing the name, description, and photograph of the court designated predator. (more…)

Weekly Narcotics Arrest Update

Posted by Editor on Aug 22, 2012 in Sheriff's Corner | 2 comments

The illegal sale, use and distribution of narcotics is recognized as a significant contributor to violent crimes, burglaries and thefts which can dramatically affect the quality of life in our community. Therefore, the Lee County Sheriff’s Office is making every effort to take drugs off the street by targeting individuals who are active participants in this unsavory underworld. This is being accomplished through aggressive patrol, undercover operations and interagency investigations with local, state and federal drug enforcement agencies.

In the past week the Lee County Sheriff’s Office made a total of 27 drug arrests. To educate and enhance awareness of the Sheriff’s Office daily activities in this endeavor the following arrests are being listed: (more…)