Man Arrested In Connection With Stabbing
A 20-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the stabbing of a 59-year-old man last night at a Warwick residence, the police have confirmed.
A police spokesperson said, “A 20-year-old Warwick man has been arrested in connection with the stabbing of a 59-year-old Warwick man at a Random Lane, Warwick residence around 6:30pm Tuesday, February 26th – and remains in police custody at this time, pending further inquiries.
“Apparently both men were hurt after being involved in a violent altercation with each other.
“They were each transported to hospital via separate ambulances and at last check this morning [February 27th] the 20-year-old man had been treated and discharged while the 59-year-old man was listed in stable condition on a general ward – having sustained wounds including a severe eye injury – that were described as non-life threatening.
“Any witnesses or members of the public with relevant information that have not already come forward are encouraged to call the Criminal Investigation Department on 247-1744 or the independent and anonymous Crime Stoppers hotline 800-8477 at the earliest opportunity.”
