Cape Coral Woman Arrested For Trying To Sell Someone Else’s Boat On Facebook

I always find so many gems online for sale, and I always assume they belong to the person that's selling them, but I may question that now as a Cape Coral woman was arrested for trying to sell someone else's boat on Facebook.

It wasn't that long ago I bought a new vacuum on Facebook Marketplace. It was a very nice lady in Cape Coral and it was like new, so when I saw it was only $30, I had to have it! I went over there, gave her the cash, I took the vacuum home and it works perfect. Not once did I wonder if that vacuum was actually hers to sell. However after hearing this story of a Cape Coral woman taking it upon herself to something that didn't belong to her, I may start to question future purchases.

The situation took place yesterday when police were called to a home in Cape Coral with about someone trespassing on their property. When they arrived, they found 32 year-old Diana Maria Morgenthal Bell in the yard next to a boat. Turns out, she had listed a boat and trailer on Facebook Marketplace for $500. Neither of which belonged to her.

She even went so far as to have a potential buyer show up to that property to look at it. And that buyer was also there when the police showed up. I can't even imagine what they were thinking when the police told them what was going on. And listing it on Facebook wasn't all. According to NBC2, she even faked a bill of sale, forging the actual owner's signature. And it wasn't the first time they had called the police on her for trespassing.

Sounds like the police got there just in time to stop the sale from happening. And Morgenthal was arrested on charges of grand theft, trespassing after warning and falsifying bills of sale.

The cleanup from Hurricane Helene continues in many Southwest Florida communities this weekend. For others, it's time to jump into the many fall activities that are kicking off. To give you some ideas, here are 7 fun things to do this weekend in SWFL.

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and this weekend some of the first events in Southwest Florida kick off. I love the name "Saving Second Base" when it comes to fun raisers for this cause. There is one in Cape Coral Saturday and it's a pub crawl. Details below.

Calusa Nature Center's Haunted Walk opens this weekend too. If you are wanting to plan ahead, click here for a comprehensive look at all of the fall and Halloween festivals on the calendar this season in Collier, Lee and Charlotte Counties.

You can't forget this month is also full of Oktoberfest celebrations. The first one is this weekend at Fort Myers Brewing Company, They are expecting large crowds and a good time once again this year.

If you have any upcoming events that you would like to share, please send them here. Finally, here are your Weekend Vibes for October 4th through the 6th. Enjoy something different with these 7 fun things to do this weekend.

*Please remember, event times and details are always subject to change. It never hurts to confirm with a phone call or a quick check of social media and event websites.

Fort Myers Brewing Company’s 12th Annual Oktoberfest always draws big crowds. This four-day celebration features lots of live music including the Ben Allen Band and a diverse lineup of food trucks. We can't forget about the craft beer and the seasonal selections. Then there is the annual stein-hoisting competitions. October 3-6th. More info here. 

Enjoy some wine-tasting for a cause this weekend at Wonder Gardens in Bonita Springs. Sample a selection of red, white, rosé and sparkling from local vendors while you  stroll and experience the beautiful gardens after dark. There will also be live music. $55 for nonmembers, $50 for members of the Wonder Gardens. Saturday 6-8. More info here.

This is the second annual walking pub crawl in Cape Coral to benefit Partners For Breast Cancer Care. Get a passport to have stamped at all 7 participating locations. Enjoy food, beverages and win prizes too. Saturday, 7pm to 11pm. Check in begins at 6pm at Big John's Plaza. $15. More info here.

Art Walk happens the first Friday of the month. The streets of downtown Fort Myers come alive with art. The galleries feature special exhibits, see artists in action and enjoy all kinds of activities. The event runs from 5-9pm. More information here.

This is an annual event at the Cape Coral Animal Shelter to celebrate the Feast Day of St. Francis, the patron of animals. All pets of all faiths are welcomed but must be on leashes. The blessing is promptly at 2:00, Sunday. Free. More info here.

It's the biggest fund raiser of the year for the Abuse Counseling and Treatment Center (ACT) in Fort Myers. This year's theme is The Swans Black and White. Masquerade. Saturday, 5pm. Live auction begins at 7pm. Caloosa Sound Convention Center, Fort Myers. $150. More info here.

Comedian Howie Mandel takes the stage at Barbara B Mann Performing Arts Hall in Fort Myers on Sunday evening. 7pm. Tickets start at $34.50. More info here.