Punta Gorda hit-and-run suspect found swimming in canal after crash
Police arrested a Cape Coral man accused of leaving the scene of a head-on crash with injuries on US-41.
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Crime & Safety in Punta Gorda
The Southwest Florida stories that are too local, too early or too ongoing for the evening news.
Police investigate deadly shooting near Showalter Avenue in Punta Gorda
Punta Gorda police say one person died in a shooting Saturday night near Showalter Avenue and Milus Street. The department's criminal investigations section is handling the case and says there is no ongoing threat to the public. No names have been released.
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Deputies say Palm Drive scene in Punta Gorda is safe after large response
Charlotte County deputies responded in force to the Palm Drive area of Punta Gorda late Friday morning, Oct. 30. By early afternoon the sheriff's office said the scene was safe and posed no threat to the public, though some deputies would stay for an ongoing investigation. The reason for the response has not been released.
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Punta Gorda man charged after road rage confrontation ends in gunfire
Charlotte County deputies arrested Stephan M. Clark, 65, on an aggravated assault with a deadly weapon charge after a road rage confrontation near Tribune Boulevard and U.S. 41 on Monday afternoon, Oct. 26. Deputies say Clark drew a handgun on a pickup driver, who then fired at the SUV's front tire to disable it. No one was hurt; the other driver was not charged, and the case went to the State Attorney's Office for review.
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Punta Gorda police arrest 3 drivers under Super Speeder law, one at 102 mph
Punta Gorda police say three drivers were arrested in separate stops on the southbound U.S. 41 (Gilchrist) Bridge after radar clocked them at 96, 98 and 102 mph in a 45 mph zone. Topping the limit by more than 50 mph counts as dangerous excessive speeding under a Florida law in effect since July 1, 2025. It requires a court appearance and carries up to 30 days in jail and a $500 fine on a first conviction.
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