The Collier County Sheriff's Office in Florida announced on Thursday the arrest of the suspect connected to the shooting near Ave Maria that left Cuban dissident Manuel Milanés critically injured. The identity of the arrested individual has not been disclosed.
The shooting occurred around 8:53 AM near 60th Avenue Northeast and Everglades Boulevard, close to the county line with Hendry County. Following the incident, sheriff’s deputies engaged in a vehicle pursuit of the suspect, according to Naples Daily News. Michelle Batten, a spokesperson for the Collier County Sheriff's Office, noted that the alleged shooter fled on foot in the area of 60th Avenue Northeast and Everglades Boulevard.
Batten also reported that trained dogs and the aviation unit were deployed in the search for the shooting suspect. According to Naples Daily News, the shooting incident led to false rumors of another event at a school, prompting a lockdown of the school in Collier County on Thursday.
Jennifer Kupiec, spokesperson for the Collier County Public Schools, stated that the police activity near the elementary school resulted in the institution being placed in "secure campus" mode, commonly known as a lockdown. However, she assured that despite the police activity, the school day proceeded as scheduled.
Kupiec confirmed that the incident did not pose a threat to the school, and no students or staff members were harmed. The lockdown was lifted shortly after 9:30 AM on Thursday.
Details on the Shooting Incident Near Ave Maria
This section addresses common questions regarding the shooting incident involving Cuban dissident Manuel Milanés and the subsequent police actions.
Who is Manuel Milanés?
Manuel Milanés is a Cuban dissident known for his opposition to the Cuban socialist regime. He was critically injured in a recent shooting near Ave Maria, Florida.
What actions did the police take after the shooting?
Following the shooting, the Collier County Sheriff's Office engaged in a vehicle pursuit of the suspect, who later fled on foot. They used trained dogs and the aviation unit in their search efforts.
Was the school in the area affected by the incident?
Yes, the nearby elementary school was placed in lockdown mode as a precaution. However, the school day continued as scheduled, and no students or staff were harmed.