Suspect wanted in deadly Wheaton stabbing; friends hold candlelight vigil for victim
Suspect wanted after man killed in Montgomery County stabbing
Police are searching for a suspect accused of stabbing and killing a man in Wheaton. Friends of the victim held a candlelight vigil on Monday night.
WHEATON, Md. - A suspect is wanted after a man in his 40s was stabbed to death shortly after midnight in Wheaton, Montgomery County police said.
What we know:
The deadly stabbing occurred in the 11000 block of Elkin Street near the local mall and the Wheaton Metro Station.
According to individuals at the scene, the victim and the suspect knew each other and had been spending time at a nearby bar before the incident. Witnesses reported that an argument broke out between the two individuals, which then spilled outside. The dispute escalated when the suspect stabbed the victim and fled the area.
Friends hold vigil
Around the corner from the crime scene, friends of the victim gathered for a candlelight vigil to mourn and pay tribute.
Nearby business owners and bartenders noted that the surrounding area has experienced a significant amount of crime.
As of Sunday night, Montgomery County Police have not released a description of the suspect or the identity of the victim. Authorities indicated that the victim's name is expected to be released tomorrow.
The investigation remains active. Anyone with information about the fatal stabbing is urged to contact the Montgomery County Police Department.
The Source: Information in this article is from Montgomery County police and original FOX 5 DC reporting.