Philly Stabbings: 2 Separate Incidents – NBC10
- Philadelphia police are investigating two separate stabbings that occurred Saturday night, leaving one woman dead and a man in critical condition.The incidents, classified as violent crime, took place...
- In Southwest Philadelphia, a 56-year-old woman was fatally stabbed around 9:30 p.m.
- A man in his 40s was stabbed several times with a screwdriver after an argument.
philadelphia police are investigating two separate stabbing incidents that occurred Saturday night, resulting in the death of a woman and critical injuries for a man.The incidents, classified as violent crime, unfolded in different parts of the city. A 56-year-old woman was fatally stabbed in Southwest Philadelphia, while a man in his 40s was critically injured in a separate screwdriver attack. Authorities have one suspect in custody, while the second remains at large. These violent crimes are under active examination. For more on this breaking local news, including details about the suspects and the continuing investigations, stay tuned to News Directory 3. Discover what’s next as the police continue their work.
Philadelphia Stabbings: Woman Dead, Man Critical After separate Incidents
Updated June 22, 2025
Philadelphia police are investigating two separate stabbings that occurred Saturday night, leaving one woman dead and a man in critical condition.The incidents, classified as violent crime, took place in different sections of the city.
In Southwest Philadelphia, a 56-year-old woman was fatally stabbed around 9:30 p.m. on the 1800 block of South Yewdall Street. inspector D.F. Pace told reporters that a 56-year-old man was arrested in connection with the incident. The suspect allegedly stabbed the woman multiple times in the chest following an argument fueled by alcohol, Pace said.
Another stabbing occurred near the intersection of E. Clearfield Street and Hartville Street. A man in his 40s was stabbed several times with a screwdriver after an argument. The suspect fled on foot and is currently not in custody, according to Pace. The victim was transported to a local hospital in very critical condition.
Police have recovered the screwdriver used in the second attack.Pace added that the victim and the suspect knew each other, and family members witnessed the incident.
What’s next
Detectives continue to investigate both stabbings. Anyone with information regarding the second suspect is urged to contact the Philadelphia Police Department.