Phoenix stabbing claims the life of a man, suspect arrested
PHOENIX - A suspect was arrested after a man was killed in a Wednesday morning stabbing in Phoenix, the police department said.
What we know:
The March 12 stabbing happened just after 8 a.m. near Central Avenue and McDowell Road. When officers arrived, they found a man suffering from stabbing injuries.
He was taken to the hospital and underwent surgery, but died from his injuries. He was identified as 23-year-old Kapwo Samo.
As for the suspect, police say they had left the area before their arrival.
"Detectives responded to process the scene, speak to witnesses, and attempt to locate surveillance footage. Currently, no suspects have been detained; however, detectives are actively following leads," Phoenix Police Sgt. Phil Krynsky said.
On March 13, police said 30-year-old Randy Webb had been arrested. He was booked into jail and is accused of murder.
What we don't know:
Police didn't say what led up to the stabbing, or if they were able to obtain security footage of the crime.