Marseilles, Illinois – A domestic disturbance involving a weapon left a woman critically injured and a suspect jailed.
According to the Marseilles Police Department, officers responded around 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 17, to the 900 block of Andrew Lane for a reported domestic incident involving a weapon.
Upon arrival, officers found an adult female in the roadway suffering from apparent life-threatening stab wounds. Police said a responding officer immediately began life-saving measures, applying pressure to control bleeding.
Authorities reported that a second officer quickly identified and apprehended the suspect, Brian Reinhart, 49, of Marseilles. Reinhart was initially charged with aggravated domestic battery and transported to the LaSalle County Jail.
The victim was taken by ambulance to OSF Saint Elizabeth Medical Center and later transferred to a trauma center for additional treatment. Her current condition has not been publicly updated.
At a detention hearing Wednesday morning, March 18, prosecutors filed an additional charge of attempted murder against Reinhart. He remains in custody at the LaSalle County Jail.
Police stated the incident was isolated and that there is no ongoing threat to the public. Multiple agencies assisted in the response, including Marseilles Area Ambulance Services, the LaSalle County State’s Attorney’s Office, and Illinois State Police Crime Scene Services.
The case remains under investigation. Reinhart allegedly committed the offenses, and all charges are accusations until proven in court.
The incident may affect nearby residents and commuters in the Andrew Lane area during ongoing investigative activity.
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