Fort Myers, FL – A motorcyclist allegedly fleeing deputies Thursday evening caused a crash involving a patrol vehicle and injured a Lee County Sheriff’s Office K9 during a chaotic pursuit through Fort Myers.
According to the Lee County Sheriff’s Office, the incident unfolded Thursday evening when a 4th Precinct deputy observed a motorcycle traveling southbound on Ben Hill Griffin Parkway while allegedly operating erratically, including lifting its front wheel. The rider initially stopped near FGCU Lake Parkway West and Ben Hill Griffin Parkway, where deputies reportedly noticed the license tag was intentionally bent, obscuring visibility.
Authorities said as the deputy attempted to initiate contact, the driver—identified as Angelo Acree—allegedly made a sudden U-turn and fled at high speeds, repeatedly disregarding traffic safety. A second attempt to stop the motorcycle occurred near Gulf Center Drive, where Acree allegedly continued weaving through vehicles before colliding with a Toyota RAV4 and striking a deputy’s patrol vehicle.
After the crash, Acree allegedly fled on foot into a wooded area near University Plaza Drive. Deputies deployed K9 Sky, who located the suspect. During the apprehension, Acree allegedly resisted and grabbed the K9’s head while attempting to escape, resulting in injuries to the dog.
Acree was taken into custody and transported to the Lee County Jail. He faces charges including fleeing and eluding, obstruction, leaving the scene of a crash with property damage, and allegedly harming a police K9.
Sheriff Carmine Marceno said the incident put deputies and the public at risk while praising the coordinated response that led to the arrest.
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