A woman was stabbed early this morning outside a convenience store in downtown Sacramento and was taken to a nearby hospital. The attack happened just after 2 a.m. near 9th and K streets, and police say the victim is expected to survive. Authorities briefly believed there may have been more than one victim before confirming only one person was injured.
As reported by FOX40, officers secured the scene and investigators searched the area for a suspect. The outlet said details about any potential suspects or a motive had not been released.
Police say victim is expected to recover
Officers with the Sacramento Police Department were dispatched to the reported stabbing around 2 a.m. at 9th and K streets, according to KCRA. The station reports the woman was taken to a nearby hospital with injuries that are not believed to be life-threatening.
Investigators seek witnesses
Sacramento police have not released suspect descriptions and are asking anyone with video or information to contact investigators, as per the Sacramento Police Department. The department's non-emergency line is listed as 916-808-5471 on the city site.
Downtown safety in recent months
The K Street corridor has seen other late-night assaults and shootings this year, and the department has increased downtown patrols in response, as noted by KCRA. Local business owners say extra patrols and camera reviews are part of efforts to deter late-night violence and help investigators piece together incidents.
Investigators were canvassing the area and checking any available surveillance footage as the probe continues, as stated by FOX40. Authorities say the investigation remains active and additional details will be released when available.
