Authorities are on the lookout for a suspect involved in a stabbing incident that occurred downtown, west of the central district on Saturday night. According to KENS 5, the victim, a 30-year-old man, was found with multiple stab wounds after the San Antonio Police responded to calls around 10:15 p.m. near Commerce Street at North Frio Street.
As the police arrived, the man was discovered on the ground, the witness's report suggesting he was asleep next to his fiancé when the unidentified suspect approached and executed the stabbing before fleeing down Commerce Street. The victim was taken to a hospital and is said to be in critical condition.
The motivations behind the unprovoked attack remain unclear, and the San Antonio Police Department has yet to release any further details regarding the identification or apprehension of the individual responsible. Their efforts to locate the suspect continue as the search expands throughout the surrounding areas.
FOX San Antonio confirmed that the violent encounter took place while the victim was lying next to his fiance, casting a shadow on what was otherwise an ordinary night. Community members are advised to stay vigilant, and authorities are requesting that anyone with information come forward to assist in the ongoing investigation.
This story is still developing, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available. The incident has stirred unease in the community, with residents and visitors alike remaining on high alert until the suspect is apprehended. Local officials are calling for anyone with knowledge of the occurrence to contact the San Antonio Police Department immediately.
