RALEIGH, N.C. (WPTF) – The investigation continues into a fight in downtown Raleigh early Saturday (April 11) morning, where several people were stabbed.
The incident happened shortly after midnight near the 400 block of Fayetteville St. Officers arrived on scene, finding several people with stab wounds. All the individuals involved were treated for their non-life threatening injuries.
After interviewing everyone involved Raleigh Police determined that a verbal dispute between the suspect and a group of people escalated into the attack. Raleigh Police detectives have charged Frank Lalich, 35, four counts of assault with a deadly weapon with intent to seriously injured. As of midday Saturday, he is still in the hospital
In a statement, Raleigh Police Chief Rico Boyce said: “Last night, many members of our community witnessed a traumatic event on Fayetteville Street. We recognize the impact incidents like this can have and extend our concern to all those affected.
I want to commend our officers for their swift response and the aid they provided at the scene. Acts of violence such as this are unacceptable and will not be tolerated in our city.
The safety and well-being of our community remain our highest priority”.