The San Diego County Sheriff's Department reported a woman was fatally stabbed late Monday night on the 100 block of N. Twin Oaks Valley Road, according to a statement obtained by San Diego Sheriff's Department.
Authorities arrived at the scene around 10:20 p.m. to find 42-year-old Angela Marie Lanway with a life-threatening stab wound. Despite swift efforts to provide medical aid, Lanway was transported to a hospital only to be pronounced dead, as further detailed in the sheriff's department's release.
Following the incident, 29-year-old Ziyah Jay Patterson was detained and has been charged with Lanway's murder. The sheriff's department confirmed that the suspect was booked into the Vista Detention Facility. Patterson and Lanway were reportedly in a relationship, painting a grim picture of domestic violence. A statement obtained by Hoodline emphasized that this was an isolated incident, and no further suspects are being sought after in connection with the crime.
The community has been assured that there are no outstanding threats, but the Sheriff's Homicide Unit continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding the homicide. Detectives are diligently gathering evidence and information to uncover the motive behind the tragic stabbing. "Homicide detectives thoroughly gather more evidence and investigate the motive behind this violent act," reported Hoodline.
Anyone with information about the incident is urged to contact the Homicide Unit at (858) 285-6330 during business hours or at (858) 565-5200 after hours. Tips can also be provided anonymously through Crime Stoppers at (888) 580-8477.
