A violent confrontation in Millbrae left one man seriously injured following a stabbing that occurred in a back alley, authorities said. In a statement released via Twitter, the San Mateo County Sheriff's Office confirmed the incident took place around 10 a.m. behind 25 Hillcrest Blvd.
ONGOING INVESTIGATION: The San Mateo County Sheriff's Office is investigating a stabbing that occurred in Millbrae at around 10 a.m. in the alleyway behind 25 Hillcrest Blvd. The victim, an adult male, sustained serious injuries and was transported to a local hospital. 1/2 pic.twitter.com/7zURBG2mFr
— San Mateo County Sheriff's Office (@SMCSheriff) April 10, 2024
The victim, an adult male whose identity has not yet been released, was rushed to a local hospital for treatment of his injuries, while a male suspect was apprehended and taken into custody. Authorities assure there is no ongoing threat to the community, with preliminary investigation suggesting the stabbing was an isolated event between acquaintances. Additional details regarding the altercation and the individuals involved have yet to be disclosed as the investigation proceeds.
The authorities are expected to release more information surrounding the circumstances of the incident once it becomes available, and the investigation allows for such disclosures to be made public.