Media Release_Black Skimmers Intentionally Ran Over

On Monday, January 9, 2023 at approximately 1:21PM, Marco Island Police were dispatched to the beach area in front of 400 S. Collier Blvd.

It was reported a golf cart being driven on the beach in a reckless manner by a Marriott employee, intentionally ran over and killed five (5) Black Skimmers, a state endangered species.

Florida Fish and Wildlife will be handling the investigation into this incident. The Marco Island Police Department will be assisting FWC as needed.