Reports of person entering storm drain prompt large scene in Cape Coral

CAPE CORAL, Fla. —

Multiple agencies responded in the area of NE 10th Terrace and Pine Island Road after receiving reports of a person entering a storm drain in Cape Coral.

According to the Cape Coral Fire Department, witnesses said they saw someone go inside the storm drain behind a shopping center.

A Gulf Coast News crew at the scene spotted CCFD, the Cape Coral Police Department, and the Lee County Sheriff's Office marine unit responding to the call.

CCFD said a diver was sent down in a dry suit and didn't find anyone inside the drain, and crews are clearing the scene.

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