A Wednesday afternoon argument in Atlanta's Old Fourth Ward turned brutal when a man was stabbed on the 500 block of Piedmont Avenue NE and rushed to a hospital in critical condition, according to police. Officers arrived to find the victim suffering from a stab wound, and medics transported him to a nearby hospital. Investigators said the violence stemmed from a dispute, and as of Wednesday evening no arrests had been announced.
What police say
As reported by Atlanta News First, officers were dispatched shortly after 3:15 p.m. to the 500 block of Piedmont Avenue NE, where they found the wounded man. Investigators told the station they believe the stabbing happened during an argument and that the victim was taken to the hospital in critical condition.
Investigation and tips
The Atlanta Police Department notes that anyone with details about violent crimes can contact Crime Stoppers at 404-577-TIPS (8477) or submit information online, per the Atlanta Police Department. Police have not publicly identified the victim or released suspect information, and detectives spent Wednesday working to sort through witness accounts and physical evidence.
Old Fourth Ward context
This is not the first violent episode to rattle the Old Fourth Ward this spring. In early April, a late night shooting sent a 25 year old man to the hospital, as Old Fourth Ward gunfire coverage noted. Several of these flare ups have unfolded near the BeltLine and the neighborhood's nightlife strips, prompting ongoing worries about late night safety and stepped up patrols.
What to watch
Investigators are asking anyone who saw Wednesday's stabbing or who has camera footage from the area to come forward, and note that tips can be submitted anonymously. For the initial reporting, see Atlanta News First and check official updates from the Atlanta Police Department. The investigation remains active.
