1 detained after wellness check turns into barricade scene in North Fort Myers, deputies say

One person was detained in North Fort Myers after a wellness check escalated into a barricade scene on Tuesday. According to the Lee County Sheriff's Office, deputies responded to a residence on Second Way and Cabana Avenue in response to a wellness check. The wellness check quickly escalated after an individual barricaded themself, LCSO said. The individual has since been detained. Count on Gulf Coast News to keep you updated on any developments in this incident. 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.