Walmart along Colonial Blvd evacuated as Fort Myers police investigate active scene

Updated: 9:26 PM EST Feb 16, 2026
Fort Myers police are working an active scene at the Walmart Supercenter along Colonial Boulevard Monday night. According to the Fort Myers Police Department, the shopping center is being evacuated as the investigation continues.Gulf Coast News has reached out to FMPD to confirm what led to the evacuation and investigation.This is a developing story and will be updated.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.
FORT MYERS, Fla. —
Fort Myers police are working an active scene at the Walmart Supercenter along Colonial Boulevard Monday night.
According to the Fort Myers Police Department, the shopping center is being evacuated as the investigation continues.
Gulf Coast News has reached out to FMPD to confirm what led to the evacuation and investigation.
This is a developing story and will be updated.
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