Investigators searching for man who dove into Bass Pro tank in F - NBC2 News
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| Investigators searching for man who dove into Bass Pro tank in F - NBC2 News Posted: 14 May 2020 12:23 PM PDT
 News The incident was captured on video and will cost Bass Pro Shops approximately $3,000 to decontaminate the aquarium for the safety of the marine life and fish species. Thursday, May 14th 2020, 3:15 PM EDT by Updated: Thursday, May 14th 2020, 3:23 PM EDT  FORT MYERS, Fla. - Lee County deputies are searching for the man who jumped into the fish tank at Bass Pro Shops in Fort Myers. Investigators are searching for Daniel Armendariz, 27, in relation to the criminal mischief investigation. He's accused of jumping into the large aquarium, getting out, and then driving away in a silver sedan on May 10. The incident was captured on video and will cost Bass Pro Shops approximately $3,000 to decontaminate the aquarium for the safety of the marine life and fish species, according to investigators. Armendariz had been previously arrested for robbery, aggravated battery and the sale/ delivery of drugs. He might be living or spending time in North Fort Myers area or San Carlos Park. Investigators said once Armendariz is caught, he will be facing a trespassing charge as well. Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Armendariz, is asked to call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-780-TIPS (8477). All callers will remain anonymous and may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $3,000. Tips may also be made online or by submitting a tip on the P3Tips mobile app. © Copyright 2020 WBBH/WZVN (Waterman Broadcasting). All rights reserved. |
| Lee County sheriff fishing for man who jumped into Bass Pro native fish tank - News-Press Posted: 14 May 2020 01:05 PM PDT CLOSE  The Lee County Sheriff's Office is looking for a man who witnesses say jumped into the large fish aquarium at Bass Pro Shops at Gulf Coast Town Center on Sunday. Authorities are searching for Daniel Armendariz, 27, who is believed to be the man who jumped into the tank, according to a Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers Facebook post.  Daniel Armendariz (Photo: Courtesy of Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers)He was caught on a cellphone camera making the jump and could face felony criminal mischief charges. A report from the sheriff's office said the incident was reported to them on Tuesday but took place shortly before 5 p.m. Sunday. The sheriff's office said those questioned who witnessed the dive told them that the suspect jumped into the display and got out then ran away. A video posted in the Facebook group Florida Boyz Hunting And Fishing is described as shot by an unidentified person and shows the man climbing over a handrail, jumping into the tank and then climbing back out. The sheriff's report said Bass Pro company officials told them that decontaminating the aquarium would cost about $3,000 dollars. A sheriff's office spokesman said that cost would put the crime into felony territory. In case you missed it: Fishing charter captain talks about the impact of COVID-19 pandemic on business A witness told investigators that she crossed paths and collided with Armendariz, knocking him to the floor, as he scampered out of the store. A manager at the store at the time told investigators she followed the him out of the store and saw him enter a silver sedan before he left the area.  Buy Photo Lee County Sheriff's Office investigators are looking to identify the person who jumped into the native fishes tank at the Bass Pro Shops in Gulf Coast Town Center. (Photo: The News-Press)A spokesman from Bass Pro communications said incidents such as this one are illegal, dangerous and highly discouraged. "We work with law enforcement to investigate all individuals who personally attempt or are involved with such activities," the statement said. "Additionally, while incidents of this nature are extremely rare, we are deeply concerned about attempts to promote and sensationalize them." A similar incident happened at the store in 2011 involving several Estero High School students. A video on YouTube shows the trio jumping in and then running from the store. Armendariz has previous arrests for robbery, aggravated battery and sale or delivery of drugs. He may be residing or spending time in the North Fort Myers area or San Carlos Park, according to Crime Stoppers' post. Armendariz will also be charged with trespassing. Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Armendariz is asked to call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-780-TIPS (8477). All callers will remain anonymous and may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $3,000. Tips may also be made online at southwestfloridacrimestoppers.com or by submitting a tip on the P3Tips mobile application. Connect with breaking news reporter Michael Braun: MichaelBraunNP (Facebook), @MichaelBraunNP (Twitter) or mbraun@news-press.com. Journalism matters. Your support matters. Subscribe to The News-Press. Did you know?: Non-native fish are found throughout Florida's freshwaters Good news: Lee County deputy wades into Matlacha Pass to untangle fishing line and rescue osprey Read or Share this story: https://www.news-press.com/story/news/crime/2020/05/14/investigators-look-into-gulf-coast-town-center-fish-tank-diver/5182279002/ |
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