Deputies seek suspect, witnesses, vehicle info in Bokeelia fishing pier assault case

Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers is looking for witnesses, a suspect identification and vehicle information in a physical assault that occurred at the Bokeelia Fishing Pier in May.In a post on their Facebook page, Crime Stoppers says that on Memorial Day weekend a violent physical altercation occurred at the Bokeelia Fishing Pier. During the incident, Crime Stoppers says two suspects repeatedly hit a victim, causing extensive injuries.Afterward, Crime Stoppers says the two suspects drove away in a black pickup truck with large rims, towing a trailer carrying a blue boat approximately 20-25 feet in length.The first suspect is a slim white man, approximately 20-30 years old, of possible Cuban descent, with blond-to-brunette hair, a long white beard and wearing a hat and dark shorts, according to Crime Stoppers.Crime Stoppers says the second suspect is a heavy-set white man, approximately 20-30 years old and wearing black shorts.If you have information in this case, you are asked to contact Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers at 1-800-780-TIPS (8477), on the P3 app, or on its website. You can remain anonymous, and if your tip leads to an arrest, you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $3,000.DOWNLOAD the free Gulf Coast News app for your latest news and alerts on breaking news, weather, sports, entertainment, and more on your phone or tablet. And check out the Very Local Gulf Coast app to stream news, entertainment and original programming on your TV.