Carson Zorn
•6/18/2026

One person was injured after deputies say an argument between acquaintances escalated into a stabbing in Lehigh Acres.According to the Lee County Sheriff's Office, deputies responded to the scene on Vernon Avenue South late Wednesday night into early Thursday morning.LCSO said that two acquaintances were in an argument when one stabbed the other. The victim sustained non-life-threatening injuries. The suspect was quickly located and detained by deputies, according to LCSO.The investigation is still ongoing, and the Violent Crimes Unit is on the scene.DOWNLOAD the free Gulf Coast News app for your latest news and alerts on breaking news, weather, sports, entertainment, and more on your phone or tablet. And check out the Very Local Gulf Coast app to stream news, entertainment and original programming on your TV.