Three men were hospitalized after a Friday morning stabbing on the 1200 block of N. Raleigh Boulevard, according to Raleigh police. The altercation happened around 8:15 a.m., and all three were taken to area hospitals with injuries described as non-life-threatening. Detectives continued investigating into the afternoon, the department said.
What police say
Raleigh police told reporters the fight involved three men and ended with all three hospitalized, according to ABC11. Officers were dispatched to the 1200 block of N. Raleigh Boulevard at about 8:15 a.m., and investigators remained on scene as the probe continued.
Raleigh crime data show uptick in assaults
The Raleigh Police Department's Q1 2026 report shows overall assault incidents rose 7% year‑over‑year and aggravated (non‑firearm) assaults increased 5%, statistics city officials say they plan to address with targeted summer programs. The report also highlights a Summer Action Plan the department intends to run through August to boost community engagement and prevention efforts, according to the Raleigh Police Department.
Investigation and how to help
The case remains an active investigation, and authorities have not released details about suspects or charges. Anyone with information is asked to contact Raleigh CrimeStoppers at 919-996-1193 or leave an anonymous tip online, per Raleigh CrimeStoppers, which forwards tips to investigators.
