Woman Stabbed in Providence—Assailant Used Scalpel

Wednesday, November 29, 2023

 

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Providence police responded to a report of a stabbing in the city on Tuesday afternoon. 

The victim was a woman in her 30s.

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Shortly after 4 PM on Tuesday, police responded to a report of an incident at 344 Washington Street. 

Police say they encountered a female victim, who had stab wounds to her arms and chest. 

According to police, the victim said she had gotten into a verbal fight with another woman outside her apartment, who then proceeded to stab her.

Police say there was a "large amount of blood" at the scene. 

The victim was transported by rescue to Rhode Island Hospital for treatment. 

Police say they have a suspect in custody.

Detectives are currently investigating. 

 
 

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