California man charged in July Fourth stabbing that killed two, injured three.
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A man accused of a deadly stabbing spree on a California beach town on July 4 has been charged with murder, authorities announced on Tuesday.
Logan Christopher Kelley, 26, faces charges of murder, attempted murder, assault with a deadly weapon, and battery on a police officer in connection with the incident that took place in Huntington Beach, southeast of Los Angeles. He is also charged under a provision known as “special circumstance of multiple murders,” which could result in the death penalty or life imprisonment without parole.
Deadly Attack on July 4
The attack occurred just after 11 p.m. when Kelley approached a group of people who were watching fireworks on the beach. Prosecutors revealed that Kelley had been drinking and had taken hallucinogenic drugs before he began stabbing people with a knife.
Tragically, two individuals, Eric Hodges, 42, and William Collins, 47, lost their lives in the attack. Two 35-year-old men and a 68-year-old man were also injured but are expected to recover from their injuries.
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Brave Actions of Bystanders
Despite the chaos, several bystanders stepped in to detain Kelley until law enforcement arrived, including a courageous 16-year-old boy. During his arrest, Kelley allegedly assaulted the teenager, spat on a police officer, and used a racial slur.
Nationwide Violence on Independence Day
The incident in Huntington Beach was part of a wave of violence that swept across the United States on Independence Day, resulting in at least 33 fatalities, including 11 in Chicago. The Fourth of July has historically been a day marred by violence in the country.
“What was supposed to be a day of celebrating American freedom turned into a tragic event at the hands of a stranger,” remarked Orange County District Attorney Todd Spitzer.
Jaimie Ding, The Associated Press
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California man charged July Fourth stabbing killed injured.
