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Nashville Police Seek Man Accused of Attempted Homicide in Walk of Fame Park Stabbing

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Published on April 17, 2024
Nashville Police Seek Man Accused of Attempted Homicide in Walk of Fame Park StabbingSource: Metropolitan Nashville Police Department

Nashville detectives are on the lookout for a man accused of a stabbing incident in Walk of Fame Park. Jerald Marquese Sanford, 33, is wanted for attempted criminal homicide after a confrontation on March 31 turned violent. According to the Nashville Government website, Sanford allegedly asked the victim for money, left, then came back with a knife and stabbed the other man in the neck before fleeing.

The injured man, whose identity has not been disclosed, was swiftly taken to Vanderbilt University Medical Center. There, he received treatment for a severe laceration. Sanford has been positively identified as the suspect by the victim who informed authorities.

Nashville's Central Precinct detectives are seeking the public's help to find Sanford. An official warrant has been issued for his arrest in connection with this act of violence that shocked the downtown area.

Those with knowledge of Sanford's location, the suspect described as being approximately 6 feet tall and about 190 pounds, are urged to come forward. Nashville Crime Stoppers is offering a channel for anonymous tips. The police have set up a dedicated line at 615-742-7463 for the public to provide any information, possibly leading to the apprehension of Sanford.