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Stabbing in Claypool on Feb. 2

Posted 2/13/19

A stabbing occurred at a home on Wilson Street in Claypool on Saturday, Feb. 2, according to a press release from Gila County Sheriff J. Adam Shepherd.

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Stabbing in Claypool on Feb. 2

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A stabbing occurred at a home on Wilson Street in Claypool on Saturday, Feb. 2, according to a press release from Gila County Sheriff J. Adam Shepherd.

At about 1:04 p.m. Feb. 2, the Gila County Sheriff’s Office received a 911 call regarding a stabbing at a residence in the Claypool area.

Prior to the deputies arrival, two male suspects had fled the scene. Deputies canvased the neighborhood for the suspects with no results.

The victim was transported to the Cobre Valley Regional Medical Center for treatment. As of press time, the victim was in stable condition.

The crime does not appear to be a random act of violence. This is an ongoing investigation and more information may be released as it becomes available.

Anyone with any information regarding the person(s) involved in this crime is encouraged to call the Gila County Sheriff’s Office at 928-425-4449 or remain completely anonymous by calling We Tip at 1-800-78-CRIME (1-800-782-7463).

Globe Police and Fire Departments, along with the Tri-City Fire Department, responded to the scene.