Transient male stabbed in Arcata on Friday refuses to cooperate with APD and does not want to press charges

Just spoke with Detective Sgt. Chris Ortega of the Arcata Police Department

On November 23, at approximately 9:45 p.m., APD received a call about a stabbing. Officers responded to the 1600 block of Guintoli Lane. They found a 33 year old transient male with a single, non life threatening wound to the lower back. "The victim was apparently unaware he had been stabbed," said Sgt. Ortega. "We believe the suspect is known to the victim."

The victim was transported to Mad River Hospital, treated and released.

The victim was adamant and did want to press charges. "The victim remains uncooperative despite our best efforts to investigate. Should that change, we will pursue a full investigation."

The reporting party did not witness the stabbing but saw the victim was bleeding. If anyone has information  regarding the stabbing, they should contact APD.