Man fighting for his life after being stabbed in west Phoenix, suspect arrested

PHOENIX - A man is fighting for his life after Phoenix Police say he was stabbed and the person believed to be responsible has been arrested.

The incident happened on the morning of June 20 around 10:10 a.m. near 59th Avenue and McDowell Road.

"The call indicated that a man was nearby and appeared to be seriously injured.  When officers arrived, they located an adult male with at least one stab wound.  The man was transported to a local hospital where he remains in extremely critical condition," said Phoenix Police Sgt. Rob Scherer.

Police believe the suspect and victim were arguing before the stabbing took place.

On Thursday, police said 27-year-old Noe Perez was arrested in connection to the stabbing. He was booked into jail and is accused of multiple charges, including aggravated assault.

Anyone with information is asked to call Phoenix Police or Silent Witness at 480-WITNESS or 480-TESTIGO for Spanish speakers.

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