A family argument at a Scottsdale apartment complex near 68th Street and McDowell Road turned into a stabbing Monday late morning, leaving a mother with life-threatening injuries and her daughter also wounded, according to police.
Scottsdale officers were called to the complex around 11:30 a.m. and arrived to find both women hurt by what investigators described as a bladed weapon. Police said the daughter declined transport, while the mother was rushed to a hospital for emergency treatment.
What police say
According to KTAR, Scottsdale police said the dispute between mother and daughter began as an argument before it escalated into violence. Investigators told reporters the mother suffered life-threatening injuries and that detectives were in the early stages of their work at the scene.
Injuries and scene
Local coverage by AZFamily reports both women had wounds consistent with a knife or similar bladed weapon. Investigators have not said whether the women stabbed each other. Officers quickly secured the area and told reporters there is no ongoing threat to people living nearby.
Investigation underway
Scottsdale police told KTAR they have not released the names of the mother or daughter and have not announced any charges. Detectives are interviewing witnesses and reviewing any available evidence as they work to piece together what happened inside the complex.
Next steps
Officials said more information will be released as the investigation moves forward. AZFamily reports the case remains an active and developing story.
