Lynnwood, WA – Deputies in South Snohomish County are investigating a stabbing that left a 17-year-old hospitalized with life-threatening injuries on Monday afternoon.
According to the Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office, the stabbing occurred around 3:13 p.m. in the 20900 block of 44th Avenue West in Lynnwood. Investigators say the teen victim was allegedly lured out of his apartment, distracted, and then stabbed by someone he knew.
After the attack, the primary suspect — identified as an 18-year-old male — reportedly fled into a wooded area and discarded the knife. Deputies quickly located him at a nearby business plaza and took him into custody. A 19-year-old female, also believed to be involved, was arrested without incident.
The 17-year-old victim was transported to Providence Regional Medical Center for treatment. Authorities say all three individuals know each other.
The 18-year-old suspect was booked into the Snohomish County Jail for Assault 1, while the 19-year-old female was booked for Assault 1 Domestic Violence. The investigation remains ongoing.
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