FORT MYERS, Fla. — A delivery driver in Fort Myers left his vehicle running while making a stop. Unfortunately, an unidentified man stole the silver Honda.
The vehicle has been recovered at this time; however, the suspect stole valuable items that were not recovered.
Fort Myers Police said leaving a vehicle running and unattended is a traffic offense that can result in a $163 fine and 3 points on your license.
Neene Shay said the delivery driver was delivering her neighbor’s food.
“They better hide they kids, hide they cars cause people stealing cars out here,” Shay warned.
Ilia Ferrand also lives in the apartment complex where the delivery driver was dropping off the order.
She said she wouldn’t be surprised if the thief was living right next to her because police are in the neighborhood all the time
“There’s always something going on cops out here most of the time,” said Ferrand. “I just hope they do find the guy; he’s right around us, maybe.”
She said, “It’s unbelievable, he was asking for it. I mean, if you’re going to come to this area, that would be like the worst thing to do.”
If you have information on this suspect, please contact FMPD at 239-321-7700, or you can submit a tip on the #AtlasOne app.
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