The Auburn Police Department is actively investigating a stabbing incident that took place at the Comfort Inn on Southbridge Street. On Tuesday, April 29, a caller informed the police of an altercation that resulted in two men sustaining minor puncture wounds. According to the social media post by the Auburn MA Police Department, "Patrol Officers and Detectives located two men suffering from minor puncture wounds" and "Blood and other evidence indicated that a violent incident had occurred in the room."
The reported altercation seems to have quickly escalated to a police pursuit when a female, believed to have been involved, attempted to flee the scene. Officers made contact during a vehicle stop, but the woman chose to then drive away, thus initiating a chase that proceeded at speeds close to the legal limit down Routes 90 and 495 before Massachusetts State Police could safely apprehend her in Bellingham. "A female had fled the scene in a vehicle," the Auburn MA Police Department described, indicating that she briefly spoke with officers before making the decision to flee the stop.
The individuals involved have not been cooperative with the investigation. Auburn MA Police Department disclosed that both men "were uncooperative and refused to provide information about the incident." Despite the reticence of the parties involved, the Auburn Police are continuing their inquiry and have solicited help from the public. They urge anyone with relevant information to come forward and reach out to the Auburn Police Detective Bureau.
While the investigation is underway, the Auburn Police Department is offering several avenues for the community to share tips, maintaining the option for anonymity. They have encouraged people to "contact the Auburn Police Detective Bureau at 508-832-7777 or send an email or text to [email protected]," ensuring that individuals can choose to remain anonymous should they wish to share sensitive information. The suspect in custody is facing additional charges from the Auburn Police Department, atop the state charges already being processed.
