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Fort Myers man accused of cutting hole in gas station roof to commit burglary

Deputies say a Fort Myers burglary suspect cut through a gas station roof, then fled across the property and into a pond.

When
Thursday, June 25, 2026
Where
Super America Gas Station on Alico Road
Official source
WINK News
Posted by LeeScoop June 25, 2026 Fort Myers

What happened?

Lee County deputies say Leonardo Cruz Pena broke into a Super America gas station on Alico Road by cutting through the roof with a Sawzall. Investigators say he stole money, lottery tickets, and cigarettes before climbing back onto the roof, where deputies located him with a drone. When he ignored commands and jumped down, deputies say he ran into a nearby pond before being pulled out and arrested. The case stands out because of the roof entry, drone search, and bizarre attempted escape through the water.

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