A stabbing in a Lake Wales neighborhood Thursday left one person dead and another injured, according to police.
The Lake Wales Police Department said officers received reports of a stabbing around 4:46 p.m. at a residence on West Sessoms Avenue.
Police arrived at the location and found two people with apparent stab wounds. One of the people was pronounced dead at the scene.
The second person was flown to a local hospital for treatment. As of Thursday evening, officials did not have any further information on the person’s condition.
Detectives were still working to determine the circumstances surrounding the stabbing Thursday but said there was no threat to the public.
Anyone with information related to the case is asked to contact Lake Wales Police at 863-678-4223.
Callers can remain anonymous and may be eligible for a cash reward by contacting Heartland Crime Stoppers at 1-888-400-TIPS (8477). Tips can also be left online by clicking here or downloading the “P3tips” mobile app.
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Source: wfla
