McMullens motel stabbing victim knew his alleged assailant

EPD is still investigating the stabbing at the McCullens Motel this morning.

Preliminary information indicates stab to the lower abdomen. The alleged assailant was known to the victim.

 According to EPD Captain Steve Watson , "the victim was alert when he was transported to the hospital."



Drug use may have been a factor but the case is still being investigated, so Captain Watson cannot confirm that, at this time.

EPD Crime Analyst Brittany Powell said "the victim will survive. It's not a serious injury."