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Man Stabbed Wife 24 Times, Claims He 'Snapped'
14 Jul
Summary
- A man allegedly stabbed his wife 24 times on July 11.
- The victim sustained serious injuries but is in stable condition.
- The suspect claimed he attacked his wife because she would not stop talking.
Nathaniel Scott Gotham, 32, was arrested on July 11 for allegedly stabbing his wife 24 times at their apartment in Mesa, Arizona. Police responded to the scene and found the victim with extensive injuries.
The victim was transported to a local hospital and is currently in stable condition with non-life-threatening injuries. Prosecutors stated she suffered wounds to her back, head, neck, and face, along with defensive injuries on her hands.
Gotham reportedly told investigators that he "snapped" and wanted his wife to stop talking. He also allegedly admitted to prior attacks on his wife, including choking her years ago.
He expressed regret during the alleged attack, telling his wife of 14 years that he had "wasted the best years of my life" and chosen the "wrong woman." Gotham is being held on a $500,000 bond, with his next court appearance scheduled for Friday, July 17.
