Douglas Ehmke
Douglas Ehmke died on June 3, 2026, while held at the Lee County Jail in Fort Myers, Florida. According to police reports obtained by WINK Investigates, he was waiting in his cell for his daily medications when he lost his balance and struck his head on the concrete floor. He was taken to a hospital, where he remained for 13 days before he died. The Lee County Sheriff's Office declined to be interviewed because its investigation is still active, and investigators reportedly do not suspect foul play or suicide.
Cause of death, as reported: Died in an accident. Police reports obtained by WINK Investigates say he lost his balance while waiting for his daily medications and struck his head on the concrete floor of his cell, and investigators reportedly do not suspect foul play or suicide.
Reported by: police reports obtained by WINK Investigates (reporters); investigators.