In a chilling incident of violence that disrupted the Christmas Eve calm, a man was brutally stabbed multiple times in Big River, California. Law enforcement was promptly on the scene at 149090 Wintun Trail, following the report of the crime at 10:37 p.m. on December 24, 2023.
Deputies from the Colorado River Sheriff's Station were quick to thoroughly investigate the situation, where they discovered that the suspect, identified as 33-year-old Christopher Enz from Parker, used a knife to allegedly commit the attack. The victim, whose identity remains confidential, was rushed to a local hospital where they received critical care necessary to stabilize their condition. Subsequently, the victim was airlifted to a trauma center for further treatment.
According to the San Bernardino County Sheriff-Coroner Department, Enz was arrested on charges of attempted murder under California Penal Code 664/187 and was booked into Needles Jail. The authorities have taken swift action to ensure the suspect faced legal consequences.
The Sheriff's Department is actively seeking any additional information the public might have regarding the near-fatal stabbing. Individuals with information can directly contact Deputy Gonzales of the Colorado River Station. The department encourages those wishing to remain anonymous to take advantage and call the We-Tip Hotline or utilize the We-Tip website.
Follow-ups on this event, along with general press releases and news, can be accessed through the Colorado River Station's social media handles. The case, noted under number 102300377, remains an open investigation as Deputy A. Gonzales and Detective J. Gregory continue their inquiries.
