MAN STABBED DURING ROBBERY ATTEMPT IN LA MESA

August 26, 2013 (La Mesa) – Late Saturday night, La Mesa Police were called to the emergency room at Alvarado Hospital to investigate a stabbing. The victim suffered two stab wounds to his thigh that are not considered life threatening.

The victim reported to police that the stabbing occurred around 8:50 p.m. in the 7500 block of El Cajon Boulevard in La Mesa The victim said he was waiting for a friend to give him a ride when he was approached by two males and a fight ensued over his property. The victim fought back and did not lose his property in the robbery attempt.

The suspects were described by the victim as two black males, possibly of Somali decent, both in their late teens or early twenties. One was armed with a knife.  The suspects were both wearing dark hooded sweatshirts and blue jeans. 

After the altercation, the victim reported seeing the suspects running east along El Cajon Boulevard from the scene.

There is no further information on the two suspects at this time.  Anyone with further information related to this investigation is encouraged to call the La Mesa Police Department.

You may also call Crime Stoppers’ anonymous toll-free tip line at (888) 580-TIPS (or visit www.sdcrimestoppers.com).  You can remain anonymous, and be eligible for a reward of up to $1,000 for information in this case.