A man was arrested after allegedly stabbing a relative in the eyes with a pair of scissors during a violent domestic dispute, according to police.
Authorities said officers responded to a report of a disturbance at a residence, where they found an injured individual suffering from eye injuries consistent with a stabbing. Investigators believe the attack occurred during an argument between family members that escalated into violence.
The victim was transported to a nearby hospital for treatment. The extent of their injuries has not been publicly disclosed, but police described them as serious.The suspect was taken into custody at the scene without further incident. Scissors believed to have been used in the attack were recovered as evidence, authorities said.
The attack left the woman critically injured, and she was immediately transferred to the Juaboso Government Hospital for emergency medical treatment.
After receiving a report of the incident, police deployed a patrol team to the community to apprehend the suspect, who was reportedly assaulted by some residents.
Police have not released the names of those involved, citing the ongoing investigation and the familial relationship between the suspect and the victim. Charges are pending, though officials indicated the case may involve felony assault and domestic violence allegations.
Investigators continue to review the circumstances leading up to the incident. Anyone with additional information is urged to contact local law enforcement.
The suspect is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law.
