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Five Hospitalized After Violent Outburst in Old Sacramento
26 Jul
Summary
- Five men were hospitalized with stab wounds after a fight.
- An 18-year-old suspect, Ezekiel Griffis, has been arrested.
- The incident occurred early Saturday near Front and K Streets.
Early Saturday morning, a volatile argument fueled by alcohol erupted into a violent stabbing spree in Old Sacramento, leaving five men injured. The incident occurred just after 3 a.m. near Front Street and K Street. Responding Sacramento police found three victims with stab wounds, and later discovered two more men had arrived at a local hospital with related injuries. All five individuals were reported in stable condition by Saturday afternoon.
Authorities have arrested 18-year-old Ezekiel Griffis, a Sacramento resident, identifying him as a person of interest and booking him on assault charges. While three individuals were initially detained, only Griffis remained in custody as the investigation continues. This violent episode mirrors previous disturbances in Old Sacramento in 2021, which included a large brawl and a homicide, previously frustrating business owners and leading to calls for greater action against public intoxication and erratic behavior.
