A recent graduate from Temple University is fighting for his life after being stabbed multiple times in an off-campus housing incident on Sunday. The 22-year-old male victim suffered 13 stab wounds, 12 to the back, and one behind the ear, placing him in critical but stable condition at Temple University Hospital, according to Philadelphia police.
The early morning attack took place on the third floor of a residence on the 1400 block of North 15th Street. Police were dispatched to the scene just after 2:30 a.m., where they discovered the injured graduate. The suspected assailant, a 23-year-old man and current Temple student, has been taken into custody, facing charges of attempted murder, aggravated assault, and related offenses, as stated by FOX 29.
The university, through its vice presidents for public safety and student affairs, revealed that the victim and the alleged perpetrator are members of the same Greek organization, though the chapter is not currently recognized due to previous infractions. In a statement captured by The Inquirer, university officials expressed the gravity of the situation, saying, "This is a tragic situation with life-altering outcomes for all involved."
In addition, to the ongoing criminal investigation by local and university police, Temple's Division of Student Affairs will independently examine the incident and may issue further disciplinary actions under the Student Conduct Code. Furthermore, anyone with information about the incident is encouraged to reach out to Temple's Department of Public Safety at 215-204-1234, as noted by CBS News Philadelphia.
