🚨 BREAKING: Shots Fired Sparks Manhunt in Port Charlotte | Suspect Armed & Dangerous

Shots fired in Port Charlotte, Florida spark a massive manhunt as deputies search for armed suspect Matthew Ryan Cross, with schools placed on lockdown. A major and rapidly developing situation is unfolding in Port Charlotte, Florida, where the Charlotte County Sheriff's Office is actively searching for 32-year-old Matthew Ryan Cross, who is considered armed and dangerous after reports of shots fired in the area. Deputies responded to the scene near Malone Avenue and Kenilworth Blvd on Monday, where a heavy law enforcement presence quickly flooded the neighborhood. According to officials, the suspect fled on foot, triggering an urgent manhunt across multiple areas of Charlotte County. Authorities confirmed that at least one shot was fired, and the situation remains very active, with law enforcement continuing to search for the suspect. Residents in Port Charlotte, Punta Gorda, North Port, and surrounding Southwest Florida communities are being urged to stay indoors as a precaution. In a major development, five schools have been placed on lockdown due to the active search, including: • Liberty Elementary • Port Charlotte Middle School • Charlotte Harbor Center • Peace River Elementary • Neil Armstrong Elementary Officials have not confirmed whether multiple scenes in the area are connected, but the widespread police response suggests a high-risk situation that is still evolving in real time. This live stream covers everything we know so far, including breaking updates, police activity, and what this means for residents in Southwest Florida. If you’re in the area or following this story, drop your thoughts below. Do you think the suspect is still nearby, or has he already escaped the perimeter? 👍 Like to help push real-time updates 🔔 Subscribe for breaking news and live coverage 📢 Share to keep others informed during this active situation Stay with us for continuing coverage out of Port Charlotte, Florida as this manhunt unfolds. #portcharlotte #floridanews #breakingnews #manhunt #armedsuspect #MatthewRyanCross #charlottecounty #puntagordafl #swfl #schoollockdown #policesearch #shotsfired #livenews #developingstory