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NewsWFLA News TampaAugust 14, 2026Hillsborough

Lee County Sheriff's Office arrests two suspects in Lehigh Acres house party shooting

The Lee County Sheriff's Office arrested 19-year-old Jared Williams and 18-year-old Desmond Garlin on Wednesday in connection with a shooting that injured four people at a house party on Willard Avenue. Both suspects face charges of attempted second-degree murder and possession of a firearm by a delinquent adult.

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Why It Matters

The arrest concludes a law enforcement investigation into a violent incident that resulted in four hospitalizations in the Lehigh Acres community.

Key Facts

  • Four people were injured in a shooting at a house party on Willard Avenue in Lehigh Acres.
  • Injuries sustained by victims included gunshot wounds to the face, legs, hands, and back.
  • Jared Williams (19) and Desmond Garlin (18) were arrested on Wednesday, July 10.
  • Both suspects are charged with attempted second-degree murder.
  • Both suspects are charged with possession of a firearm by a delinquent adult.
  • The Lee County Sheriff's Office utilized license plate readers to identify the suspects' vehicle.
  • The arrest involved the Lee County Sheriff's Office, U.S. Marshals Service, LCSO Fugitive Warrants Unit, and Violent Crimes Detectives.
  • The suspects were arrested following the execution of a search warrant at Garlin's home.

Who's Mentioned

organizationU.S. Marshals Service“Assisted in the arrest of the suspects.”personJared Williams“19-year-old suspect arrested and charged with attempted second-degree murder.”locationWillard Avenue“Location of the house party and shooting in Lehigh Acres.”personDesmond Garlin“18-year-old suspect arrested and charged with attempted second-degree murder.”organizationLee County Sheriff's Office“Lead law enforcement agency investigating the shooting and making arrests.”