Update on deaths in Lehigh Acres traffic crash
Update #1: 11/09/10 (11:22 a.m.)
After speaking with witnesses, detectives believe there was another vehicle in the area at the time of the crash. They need to speak with the occupants of that vehicle to assist in their investigation. The vehicle is believed to have been a small, dark, sports-type vehicle with a loud exhaust possibly a Honda. This vehicle left the area before law enforcement arrived on scene.
Anyone who would like to provide information about this vehicle and who wishes to remain anonymous can do so through Crime Stoppers. All callers will remain anonymous and will be eligible for a reward of up to $1,000. Tips may also be made on-line at www.swflcriimestoppers.org.
Original Release: 11/09/10 (9:23 a.m.)
“Two Die In Lehigh Acres Traffic Crash”
On Monday, November 8, 2010 at 9:14 p.m. the Lee County Sheriff’s office received a report of a crash in Lehigh Acres at E. 6th Street and Highland Avenue. Deputies responded to the scene and discovered a Ford Mustang and Ford Ranger Pickup had been involved in a head-on collision.
The occupants of the pickup truck, a male and a female, died at the scene. The occupants of the Mustang, also a male and a female, were transported to Lee
Memorial Hospital in critical condition. Both remain in critical condition today. Investigators are currently attempting to identify all of those involved.
Detectives with the Traffic Homicide Unit of the Lee County Sheriff’s Office responded to the scene and have determined the Mustang crossed the centerline and drove into the path of the pickup.
Updates will be provided as information becomes available.