Public safety alert
On Tuesday, Jan. 5, 2010, at approximately 6 a.m., Lee County Sheriff’s deputies responded to a reported burglary to the veterinarian office of Dr. VanRoekel, located at 18321 N. Olga Drive, Alva.
During the investigation, deputies learned some very powerful drugs that were not meant to be used on humans had been taken during the burglary. The drugs taken include a variety of steroids, euthanasia drugs, and narcotics.
According to the Lee County Health Department these drugs were not meant for humans and could be deadly. The Health Department has alerted the local hospital Emergency Rooms in the event these drugs are misused.
These drugs need to be recovered to ensure they are not used inappropriately. Anyone who has any information regarding this burglary and theft is asked to call the Lee County Sheriff’s Office at 239-477-1000. To remain anonymous and be eligible for a cash reward of up to $1,000, tipsters may call the Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers at 1-800-780-TIPS.
Source: Lee County Sheriff’s office