Two people were rushed to trauma centers and a suspect was taken into custody Saturday afternoon after a double stabbing in Fall River, according to police. Officers responded around 1:30 p.m. to the area of 800 Walnut Street, where they found two individuals suffering from stab wounds. First responders provided medical aid at the scene before transporting both victims to nearby trauma centers. Authorities said the suspect was located shortly afterward, apprehended, and also taken to a trauma center. Fall River police say the investigation remains ongoing.
What police say about the scene
Responding officers quickly located the wounded individuals and began treating them before paramedics transported them to local trauma centers, according to Boston 25 News. The outlet reported that a suspect was detained nearby and was also taken to a trauma facility. Boston 25 noted that police had not released the victims’ names or detailed information about their conditions.
Recent string of violent incidents
This latest double stabbing comes amid a stretch of violent incidents in Fall River, including several recent shootings and assaults highlighted in NBC Boston coverage. That reporting points to multiple February cases that have brought both state and local investigators to the South Coast, and it notes that the wave of incidents has renewed local calls for tougher enforcement and clearer public communication from officials.
Investigation ongoing
As of now, police have not released the names of the victims or the suspect, nor have they announced any charges, Boston 25 News reports. Investigators have not identified a motive and say the case is still active. This story will be updated as authorities release more information.
