Longmont police are searching for a man involved in a stabbing on November 22, 2024.
The incident took place during a confrontation at a red light near South Hover Street and Clover Basin Drive.
Authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward to help identify the suspect.
Incident Overview
A man was stabbed during an altercation near South Hover Street and Clover Basin Drive late Friday night.
According to Longmont Public Safety spokesman Rogelio Mares, the victim described the suspect as a 5-foot-8-inch man wearing dark pants, a dark long-sleeved shirt, and a distinctive “mushroom top” haircut.
The victim was taken to a hospital in Denver for treatment.
Fortunately, the injuries were later determined to be non-life-threatening.
Authorities are still investigating the circumstances that led to the violent encounter.
Chase and Confrontation
A fight between two cars in the parking lot of a local shopping mall started the incident.
Tensions rose when a passenger in one of the automobiles made a provocative gesture, raising the middle finger to the other car.
It seemed that this action was the starting point for the next confrontation.
The scenario worsened when the cars finally came to a stop at a red light.
The victim of the stabbing exited his car to approach the other motorist.
Another man got out of a parked car during the altercation and started a fistfight with the victim, eventually stabbing him before he ran away.
Suspect Details and Escape
After the stabbing, the suspect fled in a silver Hyundai sedan, according to witnesses at the scene.
Authorities are relying on these accounts and other evidence to track down the suspect, whose identity remains unknown.
Longmont police are focusing their efforts on gathering additional leads.
They urge anyone who witnessed the event or has information about the suspect to come forward and assist with the investigation.
Police Appeal for Information
Police are asking for the community’s help in locating the suspect and solving the case.
Witnesses or anyone with details about the incident are encouraged to contact Longmont police directly.
When calling, individuals should reference case number 24-0011071 to help streamline the investigation.
Tips can be reported by calling the Longmont police department at 303-651-8555.
Law enforcement hopes the public’s assistance will bring them closer to finding the person responsible.
