A late-night clash in North Nashville on Monday ended with one man in the hospital and Metro Nashville police searching for the person who stabbed him. The confrontation unfolded around 10 p.m. in the 900 block of 14th Avenue North, near Herman Street. Police say the victim was stabbed multiple times and taken to a hospital, where his injuries were described as non-life-threatening.
What happened
According to NewsChannel 5, officers believe an argument between two men escalated until one pulled out a knife and repeatedly stabbed the other. Responding officers confirmed at the scene that the wounded man was expected to survive his injuries.
Police search for suspect
WKRN reported that Metro Nashville Police are now actively looking for the suspect tied to the attack. Detectives have not yet released a description or any additional identifying details, and the case remains under investigation.
Neighborhood context
The same stretch of 14th Avenue North has already been on neighbors' radar this year. In March, a hit-and-run near Jefferson Street and 14th Avenue North left residents shaken. As detailed in North Nashville churchgoer mowed down in hit-and-run, local residents and faith leaders have been pushing for safer streets and a more visible law enforcement presence in parts of North Nashville.
Metro police say the investigation into Monday night's stabbing is ongoing. This story will be updated if authorities release more information.
