Man Fatally Stabbed in Fight on Metro Train in Hawthorne, California

A man was fatally stabbed during a fight on a Metro train in Hawthorne, California. The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Office responded to the incident and found the victim suffering from stab wounds. He was taken to the hospital but later died. The suspect, who was also injured, was detained at the scene. The investigation is ongoing and anyone with information is encouraged to contact the sheriff’s office. Bus shuttles replaced Metro C Line service during the investigation. shooting-fatal-stabbing-in-hawthorne/” target=”_blank” rel=”noopener”>WFIN Local News – News, Sports and Weather reported

An altercation on a Metro train in Hawthorne, California turned deadly on Wednesday evening when a man was fatally stabbed, as confirmed by the police. The incident occurred on the Metro Green Line near W. 120th Street and Crenshaw Boulevard, prompting the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Office to respond to reports of a stabbing just before 7:30 p.m. Upon arrival, deputies discovered a man in his twenties suffering from stab wounds to his upper torso. Despite being rushed to a nearby hospital, the victim succumbed to his injuries.

The suspect, a man in his thirties or forties, was apprehended at the scene and subsequently taken to the hospital to receive treatment for gunshot wounds to his upper torso. Initial investigations suggest that a physical altercation took place between the victim and the suspect on the train. During the scuffle, the victim drew a handgun and shot the attacker as he attempted to stab him. The suspect then exited the train and was apprehended by deputies.

Authorities have confirmed that there are no outstanding suspects, but the investigation is ongoing. The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Office has urged anyone with information about the incident to contact its homicide bureau at 323-890-5500. Anonymous tips can also be provided by calling Crime Stoppers at 800-222-TIPS (8477) or visiting lacrimestoppers.org.

Following the incident, bus shuttles were temporarily deployed to replace Metro C Line service between the Hawthorne/Lennox and Vermont/Athens Stations while the police conducted their investigation..