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A Lehigh Acres argument turned into a stabbing overnight, deputies say

Deputies say one person was hurt after an argument between acquaintances escalated into a stabbing in Lehigh Acres.

When
Thursday, June 18, 2026
Where
Vernon Avenue South
Official source
Gulf Coast News
Posted by LeeScoop June 18, 2026 Lehigh Acres

What happened?

Lee County deputies responded to Vernon Avenue South late Wednesday night into early Thursday morning after a stabbing call in Lehigh Acres. Gulf Coast News says the victim suffered non-life-threatening injuries and the suspect was quickly detained. The case still has active local-news pull because it mixes overnight violence, a fast detention, and an ongoing violent crimes investigation.

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