(January 23, 2026) CAPE CORAL, Fla. –The Cape Coral Police Department’s Narcotics Unit initiated an investigation after receiving information regarding street-level drug transactions taking place within the City of Cape Coral.
On January 22, 2026, at approximately 11:50 a.m., the Cape Coral Police Department’s SWAT Team executed a search warrant at 1508 SW 28th Terrace, Cape Coral, Florida based on the investigation.
Upon arrival, SWAT officers announced their presence at the residence, which was occupied by Michael Patrick Hennessey (DOB 07/03/1994) and Heather Marie Hennessey (DOB 11/23/1992). Michael Hennessey, who had outstanding narcotics-related charges, was taken into custody without incident.
Once the scene was secured, detectives conducted a detailed search of the residence. Detectives located and seized multiple controlled substances and evidence related to drug distribution, including:
• Marijuana
• Methamphetamine
• THC wax
•Crack cocaine
• Fentanyl
• Various prescription pills
• Various items of drug paraphernalia and U.S. currency
Detectives determined Hennessey was selling marijuana, fentanyl, pills, methamphetamine, and crack cocaine. Detectives also confirmed Hennessey had ownership of the narcotics prior to SWAT entering the residence, he attempted to destroy evidence and was prevented from doing so.
As a result of the investigation, Michael Patrick Hennessey was arrested and charged with:
• Trafficking in Methamphetamine (1st Degree Felony)
• Possession of a Controlled Substance with Intent to Sell – Marijuana (3rd Degree Felony)
• Possession of a Controlled Substance with Intent to Sell – THC Wax (3rd Degree Felony)
• Possession of a Controlled Substance Without a Prescription with Intent to Sell – Buprenorphine (2 counts, 2nd Degree Felony)
• Possession of a Controlled Substance with Intent to Sell – Crack Cocaine (2nd Degree Felony)
• Possession of a Controlled Substance with Intent to Sell – Fentanyl (2nd Degree Felony)
• Possession of Drug Paraphernalia (1st Degree Misdemeanor)
• Tampering with Physical Evidence (3rd Degree Felony)
The investigation also revealed that Heather Hennessey was a confirmed fentanyl user and that 1.5 grams of fentanyl belonged to her. Heather Hennessey was placed under arrest and charged with:
• Possession of a Controlled Substance (Fentanyl), a 3rd Degree Felony
Just prior to the execution of the search warrant, detectives monitoring the residence observed a male leaving the residence, later identified as Kristian Araujo Ferreira Da Silva (DOB 01/03/1984). Da Silva entered a black Nissan Rogue and drove to a nearby 7-Eleven located at 3129 Chiquita Boulevard South.
Officers attempted a lawful vehicle stop in the gas station parking lot. As officers converged and activated emergency lights, the driver accelerated in reverse, narrowly avoiding contact with a CCPD K-9 vehicle and nearly striking an uninvolved citizen pumping gas. Witnesses at the scene confirmed the vehicle’s reckless actions and the danger posed to nearby bystanders.
The Nissan fled the area at a high rate of speed, driving northbound in the southbound lanes and running a red light at Chiquita Boulevard South and Veterans Memorial Parkway. Multiple 911 calls reported the vehicle’s erratic driving. Minutes later, the Nissan Rogue was found abandoned and damaged near SW 4th Street and Chiquita Boulevard South. Officers discovered a small baggie containing a white rock-like substance on the driver’s seat, which tested positive for cocaine, along with plastic baggies consistent with narcotic packaging and sales.
Shortly after, patrol officers located Da Silva walking near Ceitus Terrace, where he was detained. He was positively identified as the fleeing driver and arrested and charged with:
• Fleeing and Eluding a Law Enforcement Officer – 3rd Degree Felony
• Possession of a Controlled Substance (Cocaine) – 3rd Degree Felony
• Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon (Vehicle) – 3rd Degree Felony
• Reckless Driving – 2nd Degree Misdemeanor
• Driving Without a Valid License – 2nd Degree Misdemeanor
The Cape Coral Police Department remains committed to combating illegal narcotics activity through proactive enforcement operations to ensure the safety and well-being of the community.
