Police search for man who discharged firearm in Fort Myers hotel

FORT MYERS, Fla.- Police are looking for the man who fired shots inside a hotel early Thursday morning.

The Fort Myers Police Department responded to the Value Place located at 4395 Colonial Boulevard around 1:20 a.m.

Officers say two victims were in their hotel room when a projectile came through their wall from an adjacent room. Both victims were uninjured, however, the projectile struck just above their headboard while they were sleeping.

The suspect is described as being 5 feet 11 inches tall, weighing approximately 300 pounds with brown hair and a beard. The suspect was shirtless initially but was then seen wearing a white t-shirt depicting several musicians. The man also wore blue jean pants, red shoes and a black belt.

If you recognize this suspect seen on the video surveillance or have any information to pass along you are asked to a call FMPD Detective Jose Gomez at 321-8018, Crime Stoppers at 1-800-780-TIPS or text message C-R-I-M-E-S (274637) Keyword FMPD. Tipsters can remain anonymous.

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