PHOENIX — A stabbing in west Phoenix last week led to the death of a 27-year-old man, authorities said on Monday.
Law enforcement responded to news of a stabbing in the area of 27th and Northern avenues around 3 a.m. on Thursday, according to the Phoenix Police Department.
Details on the call to Phoenix police said the assault victim, Martin McKinney, left the area. After searching, they found McKinney nearby with at least one stab wound.
Law enforcement brought him to a nearby hospital. Initially, his injuries were considered to be nonlethal, but his condition worsened while he was receiving treatment, police said.
He was pronounced dead at the hospital.
Man dead after stabbing in west Phoenix: Police investigating
Detectives with the Phoenix Police Department’s Violent Crimes Bureau took over the investigation.
Anyone with information that can help them find out what happened to McKinney is urged to call Silent Witness at 480-WITNESS (948-6377) or 480-TESTIGO (837-8446) for Spanish speakers.
No other details were made available as this is an ongoing investigation.
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