Spokane Police Department News Release – Stabbing Occurred at 813 E Sinto Ave
On October 22, 2009 at approximately 0425 hrs, a male adult was slashed across the face after a verbal altercation in front of the Ruth Apartments located at 813 E Sinto Ave. Witnesses state the suspect is possibly a male Hispanic unknown age or clothing. The suspect was seen getting into a newer dark green Jeep Wrangler with a tan top. The Wrangler was parked in front of the apartment complex on the north curb line facing westbound. The suspect got in the Wrangler, which then drove away at a high rate of speed out of sight.
The victim was treated by the Spokane Fire Department and was transported by AMR ambulance to a local area hospital. The victim was in stable condition. The victim was extremely intoxicated and unable to give a clear statement as to what occurred. Witnesses came outside after hearing 2 males arguing.
Spokane Police are investigating this crime as a 1st Degree Assault and will submit the report to the Spokane Detectives Unit for further investigation.