Montgomery, IL – Police are searching for a man accused of violently stabbing a pregnant woman and injuring her unborn child during an attack Saturday morning in Montgomery.
According to the Montgomery Police Department, officers responded around 8:30 a.m. Saturday to the 2200 block of Jericho Road for reports of a stabbing. Authorities said the woman suffered multiple stab wounds, and both she and her unborn child were transported to a local hospital, where they remain in critical but stable condition.
Investigators identified the suspect as Ricardo Perez-Fuentes, 39. Police said Perez-Fuentes allegedly fled the scene in an unknown manner following the stabbing and remains at large. He is described as a Hispanic male between 5 feet 4 inches and 5 feet 6 inches tall, weighing approximately 190 pounds, with dark hair. He was last seen wearing dark pants and a dark jacket.
Authorities are warning the public not to approach Perez-Fuentes, as he may be armed. Anyone with information regarding his whereabouts is urged to call 911 immediately.
The Montgomery Police Department is continuing to investigate the incident and said updates will be provided as they become available. Questions or tips may be directed to Detective Lindholm at 331-212-9050 or llindholm@ci.montgomery.il.us. Media inquiries should be sent to pio@montgomeryil.org.
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