FHP TRAFFIC HOMICIDE INVESTIGATION LEADS TO ARREST IN HENDRY COUNTY FATAL HIT-AND-RUN
HENDRY COUNTY, Fla. – Following an exhaustive criminal investigation, the Florida Highway Patrol Traffic Homicide Unit has arrested Christian Joel Miguel Leon, DOB 04/10/1995, of Winter Haven, Florida for the June 28, 2026, fatal hit-and-run crash on US 27 at Francisco Street in Hendry County.
On June 28, 2026, Miguel Leon was driving a 1999 Ford Ranger Pickup Truck eastbound on US 27, approaching Francisco Street. At the same time, an adult male pedestrian was attempting to cross the eastbound travel lanes of US 27.
The front of the Ford Ranger collided with the pedestrian, who was pronounced deceased at the scene.
Following the crash, Miguel Leon fled the crash scene in the 1999 Ford Ranger.
The investigation determined that Miguel Leon traveled to Polk County, parked the 1999 Ford Ranger at an RV Park, and briefly posted it for sale on Facebook Marketplace.
On June 29, 2026, Florida Highway Patrol State Troopers located and impounded the 1999 Ford Ranger.
On September 8, 2026, Miguel Leon was located in Polk County, placed under arrest, and booked into the county jail for:Leaving the Scene of a Crash Involving Death
Obstructing Justice – Tampering with Evidence
The crash remains under investigation.
Wednesday, September 23, 2026
Hendry County Arrests - Drugs, DUI, Probation Violations
ARREST BLOTTER
09/14/2026 – 09/20/2026
Felony/DUI Arrest
Marcos Rene Argudin Cruz, 40, Cape Coral was arrested on September 14, 2026, by Deputy Sheriff D. Givans on charges of Felony Failure to Appear
Guadalupe Pequeno, 53, LaBelle was arrested on September 14, 2026, by Deputy Sheriff G. Camacho on charges of Felony Out of State Fugitive
Clifton Shayne Holt, 35, Clewiston was arrested on September 14, 2026, by Deputy Sheriff D. Givans on charges of Felony Probation Violation
17-year-old male, Gainesville, was arrested on September 14, 2026, by Deputy Sheriff K. Busbin on charges of Felony Aggravated Assault with Deadly Weapon without Intent to Kill, Battery on Law Enforcement Officer and Resisting Officer without Violence
Nicholas Ve’John Ball, 28, Miami was arrested on September 14, 2026, by Deputy Sheriff R. Aguilar on charges of Felony Violation of Conditional Release and Misd. Probation Violation
Claudelle Philistin, 32, Ft. Myers was arrested on September 14, 2026, by Det. K. Rosado on charges of Introduction of Weapon into a Detention Facility
Danny Robinson, 31, LaBelle was arrested on September 15, 2026, by Deputy Sheriff G. Camacho on charges of Felony Probation Violation
Christian Joel Miguel Leon, 31, Winter Haven was arrested on September 15, 2026, by Deputy Sheriff G. Camacho on charges of Outstanding Warrant – Tampering with Evidence in Criminal Procedure and Hit & Run
Alyssa Marie Pasch, 31, Clewiston was arrested on September 15, 2026, by Deputy Sheriff A. Najjar on charges of Felony – Violation of Conditions of Release
Karvette Mamie Billie, 30, Okeechobee was arrested on September 16, 2026, by Deputy Sheriff A. Dijon on charges of DUI
John Ford Gadson, Jr., 54, Clewiston was arrested on September 17, 2026, Deputy Sheriff B. Barrira on charges of Felony – Violation of Conditions of Release
Carlos Liuber Rivero Cabrera, 38, Green Acres, Fl, on September 17, 2026, by Deputy Sheriff A. Najjar on charges of DUI and DUI – Refusal to Submit
Jaheim De’Sean Brown, 24, Lehigh Acres, Fl on September 18, 2026, by Deputy Sheriff D. Givan on charges of Felony Violation of Probation
Juan Victor Ayala Lopez, 41, Orlando on September 18, 2026, by Deputy Sheriff G. Sosa on charges of Driving While License/Revoked – 3rd Subsequent Violation and Driving While License Suspend/Revoked
Dylan Sean Vary, 25, Clewiston on September 19, 2026, Det G. Willis on charges of Possession of Firearm by Florida Convicted Felon
Dimity Lamont Pearson, 44, Clewiston was arrested on September 19, 2026, Deputy Sheriff A. McCarty on charges of Introduction of Illegal Narcotics into Detention Facility and Withhold Support
Leonard Joel Rolle, 38, Pahokee was arrested on September 20, 2026, by Deputy Sheriff G. Sosa on charges of Possession of Controlled Substance wit
09/14/2026 – 09/20/2026
Felony/DUI Arrest
Marcos Rene Argudin Cruz, 40, Cape Coral was arrested on September 14, 2026, by Deputy Sheriff D. Givans on charges of Felony Failure to Appear
Guadalupe Pequeno, 53, LaBelle was arrested on September 14, 2026, by Deputy Sheriff G. Camacho on charges of Felony Out of State Fugitive
Clifton Shayne Holt, 35, Clewiston was arrested on September 14, 2026, by Deputy Sheriff D. Givans on charges of Felony Probation Violation
17-year-old male, Gainesville, was arrested on September 14, 2026, by Deputy Sheriff K. Busbin on charges of Felony Aggravated Assault with Deadly Weapon without Intent to Kill, Battery on Law Enforcement Officer and Resisting Officer without Violence
Nicholas Ve’John Ball, 28, Miami was arrested on September 14, 2026, by Deputy Sheriff R. Aguilar on charges of Felony Violation of Conditional Release and Misd. Probation Violation
Claudelle Philistin, 32, Ft. Myers was arrested on September 14, 2026, by Det. K. Rosado on charges of Introduction of Weapon into a Detention Facility
Danny Robinson, 31, LaBelle was arrested on September 15, 2026, by Deputy Sheriff G. Camacho on charges of Felony Probation Violation
Christian Joel Miguel Leon, 31, Winter Haven was arrested on September 15, 2026, by Deputy Sheriff G. Camacho on charges of Outstanding Warrant – Tampering with Evidence in Criminal Procedure and Hit & Run
Alyssa Marie Pasch, 31, Clewiston was arrested on September 15, 2026, by Deputy Sheriff A. Najjar on charges of Felony – Violation of Conditions of Release
Karvette Mamie Billie, 30, Okeechobee was arrested on September 16, 2026, by Deputy Sheriff A. Dijon on charges of DUI
John Ford Gadson, Jr., 54, Clewiston was arrested on September 17, 2026, Deputy Sheriff B. Barrira on charges of Felony – Violation of Conditions of Release
Carlos Liuber Rivero Cabrera, 38, Green Acres, Fl, on September 17, 2026, by Deputy Sheriff A. Najjar on charges of DUI and DUI – Refusal to Submit
Jaheim De’Sean Brown, 24, Lehigh Acres, Fl on September 18, 2026, by Deputy Sheriff D. Givan on charges of Felony Violation of Probation
Juan Victor Ayala Lopez, 41, Orlando on September 18, 2026, by Deputy Sheriff G. Sosa on charges of Driving While License/Revoked – 3rd Subsequent Violation and Driving While License Suspend/Revoked
Dylan Sean Vary, 25, Clewiston on September 19, 2026, Det G. Willis on charges of Possession of Firearm by Florida Convicted Felon
Dimity Lamont Pearson, 44, Clewiston was arrested on September 19, 2026, Deputy Sheriff A. McCarty on charges of Introduction of Illegal Narcotics into Detention Facility and Withhold Support
Leonard Joel Rolle, 38, Pahokee was arrested on September 20, 2026, by Deputy Sheriff G. Sosa on charges of Possession of Controlled Substance wit
Friday, September 18, 2026
Obituary - Dan Everett, 63
Dan Everett, 63, of Alva, Florida died on September 12, 2026. His loving wife, Ratchanu “Aoy” Everett, comforted him as he passed away peacefully in his home.
Born on July 5, 1963, Dan grew up in Oxford, Maine, with his siblings and their parental figures, grandparents Clarence “Pup” and Elizabeth “Harriet” Everett.
Dan found joy flying planes, sailing boats, and riding motorcycles. He loved tinkering with classic cars and inventing. More than anything, Dan loved nature, and spent as much time as possible outdoors. He especially loved to pick wildflowers with his youngest daughter.
He and his wife lived in the mountains for nearly a decade, on a plot that called out to his soul. They relocated to Alva, Florida so that he could spend the remainder of his days enjoying the sunshine and sitting by the water.
Dan was predeceased by his parents, Ralph Everett and Nancy Whitney; his stepfather “Big” Dan LeBlond; his paternal grandparents, Clarence and Elizabeth Everett; his maternal grandparents, Stanley and Clara Whitney; his uncle Rick LeBlond; his childhood best friend Craig Loman; and his soul dog, Gracie.
He is survived by his wife of 17 years, Ratchanu “Aoy” Everett; his daughters, Danielle Everett and Mary “Em” Everett with husband Trevor Morin; his brother Mike (Jodi) Everett; his sisters Kate (Anthony) Chavez, Karen Everett-Miller, and Kim Everett; his aunts and uncles, Janet Whitney, Sharon LeBlond, and David and Carol LeBlond; his many nieces and nephews; and his beloved dog, Griffin.
For those who wish, contributions may be made in Dan’s honor to The ALS Association in lieu of flowers.
Born on July 5, 1963, Dan grew up in Oxford, Maine, with his siblings and their parental figures, grandparents Clarence “Pup” and Elizabeth “Harriet” Everett.
Dan found joy flying planes, sailing boats, and riding motorcycles. He loved tinkering with classic cars and inventing. More than anything, Dan loved nature, and spent as much time as possible outdoors. He especially loved to pick wildflowers with his youngest daughter.
He and his wife lived in the mountains for nearly a decade, on a plot that called out to his soul. They relocated to Alva, Florida so that he could spend the remainder of his days enjoying the sunshine and sitting by the water.
Dan was predeceased by his parents, Ralph Everett and Nancy Whitney; his stepfather “Big” Dan LeBlond; his paternal grandparents, Clarence and Elizabeth Everett; his maternal grandparents, Stanley and Clara Whitney; his uncle Rick LeBlond; his childhood best friend Craig Loman; and his soul dog, Gracie.
He is survived by his wife of 17 years, Ratchanu “Aoy” Everett; his daughters, Danielle Everett and Mary “Em” Everett with husband Trevor Morin; his brother Mike (Jodi) Everett; his sisters Kate (Anthony) Chavez, Karen Everett-Miller, and Kim Everett; his aunts and uncles, Janet Whitney, Sharon LeBlond, and David and Carol LeBlond; his many nieces and nephews; and his beloved dog, Griffin.
For those who wish, contributions may be made in Dan’s honor to The ALS Association in lieu of flowers.
Thursday, September 17, 2026
LaBelle Park Closed For Pest Control September 18-22
Davis Pratt Park to Be Closed for Pest Control
(September 17, 2026) – Please be advised that Davis-Pratt Park will be closed beginning at 3pm on Friday, September 18 until 8am on Tuesday, September 22.
The closure is necessary while the park is treated for pest control.
Residents with questions or concerns are asked to call Hendry-LaBelle Recreation at 863-675-5347.
Vehicle Weight Restriction On LaBelle Bridge
FDOT Updates Weight Restriction on S.R. 29 LaBelle Drawbridge
LABELLE, Fla. – The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) District One is providing an update to the vehicle weight restriction on the S.R. 29 (Bridge Street) LaBelle Drawbridge over the Caloosahatchee River in Hendry County.
Effective immediately, the LaBelle Drawbridge is subject to vehicle-specific weight restrictions of 26T, 32T, and 34T, depending on vehicle configuration. Commercial vehicle operators must follow posted weight-limit signage; any vehicle exceeding its applicable weight limit must use the designated regional detour via S.R. 78, U.S. 27, and S.R. 80.
Updated Weight Restriction26T, 32T, and 34T weight restrictions, depending on vehicle configuration.
Vehicles exceeding the applicable posted weight limit must use the designated regional detour via S.R. 78, U.S. 27, and S.R. 80.
Regional Detour of Commercial Vehicles
Northbound: S.R. 29 → S.R. 80 → U.S. 27 → S.R. 78 → S.R. 29
Southbound: S.R. 29 → S.R. 78 → U.S. 27 → S.R. 80 → S.R. 29
Traveler Advisory & Reminders
Motorists should plan ahead, allow additional travel time, follow posted weight-limit and detour signage, and use FL511.com, mobile mapping applications, or GPS devices to monitor real-time traffic conditions.
LABELLE, Fla. – The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) District One is providing an update to the vehicle weight restriction on the S.R. 29 (Bridge Street) LaBelle Drawbridge over the Caloosahatchee River in Hendry County.
Effective immediately, the LaBelle Drawbridge is subject to vehicle-specific weight restrictions of 26T, 32T, and 34T, depending on vehicle configuration. Commercial vehicle operators must follow posted weight-limit signage; any vehicle exceeding its applicable weight limit must use the designated regional detour via S.R. 78, U.S. 27, and S.R. 80.
Updated Weight Restriction26T, 32T, and 34T weight restrictions, depending on vehicle configuration.
Vehicles exceeding the applicable posted weight limit must use the designated regional detour via S.R. 78, U.S. 27, and S.R. 80.
Regional Detour of Commercial Vehicles
Northbound: S.R. 29 → S.R. 80 → U.S. 27 → S.R. 78 → S.R. 29
Southbound: S.R. 29 → S.R. 78 → U.S. 27 → S.R. 80 → S.R. 29
Traveler Advisory & Reminders
Motorists should plan ahead, allow additional travel time, follow posted weight-limit and detour signage, and use FL511.com, mobile mapping applications, or GPS devices to monitor real-time traffic conditions.
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