Six people injured in Washington stabbing; suspect detained
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Synopsis
On April 4 in Washington, six individuals were injured when a man, reportedly in an altered mental state from an unknown substance, began a stabbing spree in the Trinidad neighborhood. The suspect, who also injured himself, is in custody, and the victims are in stable condition.
Key Takeaways
- Six individuals were injured in Washington stabbing.
- The suspect was in an altered mental state.
- Incident occurred in Trinidad neighborhood.
- Victims include a grandmother and her granddaughters.
- Investigation is ongoing with several roads closed.
Washington, April 4 (NationPress) Six individuals sustained injuries in Washington after a man, allegedly in an altered mental state due to an unknown substance, initiated a stabbing spree in the Trinidad neighborhood.
The assailant, who also inflicted wounds on himself during the rampage, is now in custody, as reported by ABC News.
The incident occurred on Thursday at approximately 3:22 p.m. near Montello Avenue and Meigs Place NE. Law enforcement arrived promptly, discovering multiple victims suffering from stab injuries.
According to Washington Police Chief Pamela Smith, the suspect first stabbed himself while walking down the street before attacking a female acquaintance accompanying him. He subsequently proceeded to stab others, including two good Samaritans who attempted to intervene.
The Metropolitan Police Department shared on X: "Alert: We are investigating a stabbing in the vicinity of Montello Avenue and Simms Place NE. If you have any information, please call 202-727-9099 or text 50411."
Four women and two men were rushed to local hospitals "due to a senseless assault," Smith stated. Among the victims were a grandmother and her two granddaughters.
The condition of the victims is stable, and their injuries are not considered life-threatening, as per Smith. Their ages remain undisclosed.
Authorities found the suspect lying on the ground nearby, according to Smith. A knife, believed to have been used in the attack, was recovered just a few feet from him.
The suspect, whose identity has not yet been disclosed, was taken to the hospital and is currently undergoing surgery.
Smith emphasized, "This incident highlights the pressing need to address substance abuse issues within our communities."
Following the stabbing, Smith remarked: "This situation underscores the necessity for support regarding substance abuse challenges in our neighborhoods."
Several roads in the vicinity remain closed following the incident.
Further information is awaited as investigations continue.
