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Published on May 06, 2024
Culver City Police Arrest Suspect in Stabbing of Woman at Local Store Parking LotSource: Facebook / Culver City Police Department

A horrific stabbing incident shocked Southern California when a woman was violently attacked by a man in the parking lot of a Culver City store. According to the KTLA, authorities report that the Culver City Police Department received urgent calls about an altercation at around 2:45 p.m. on Sunday, leading them to the scene where they found the victim with multiple stab wounds.

The swift response by officers led to the discovery of a 38-year-old suspect, who was located in the bushes of Cougar Park after a strategic perimeter was established around the last-known area where the assailant fled on foot, following the stabbing, the suspect managed to evade immediate capture but ultimately could not elude the law for long. The Culver City Police Department confirmed the arrest of the Hispanic male, whose identity has not been disclosed and city of residence remains unknown.

The female victim endured a harrowing experience, fortunately, the medical team stabilized her condition in the hospital as reflected in the press release issued by the department. The police, while apprehending the suspect without further incident, also retrieved the knife believed to have been used in the brutal assault.

While details of what might have motivated such a gruesome attack haven't been made public, authorities are actively seeking information from potential witnesses, the suspect now faces charges of attempted murder, currently booked at the Culver City Police Department jail. Those with relevant details are urged by Officer Jennifer Atenza to come forth as even seemingly trivial evidence could be instrumental for justice, community members can contact the department via email or phone as provided in their press release.