An 18-year-old was taken into custody by Kendallville police following a reported stabbing incident early Sunday morning. Authorities responded to the 200 block of East Wayne Street around 1 a.m. where they found the victim, a 44-year-old man, injured and requiring immediate medical attention. The suspect, identified as Dominick Dusseau, was apprehended without resistance and is now facing preliminary charges.
Incident Details Unfolded Early Morning
Officers responded swiftly after a 911 call reported the stabbing on East Wayne Street. Arriving at 1 a.m., the police found the victim with injuries indicating he’d been stabbed. Without delay, first responders arranged for his transport to a nearby regional hospital, where he remains in stable condition.
According to Kendallville police, after assessing the situation and interviewing witnesses on the scene, they identified Dominick Dusseau as the primary suspect. Law enforcement detained Dusseau promptly, and he was later transferred to the Noble County Jail.
Teen Faces Aggravated Battery Charge
Currently, Dusseau is being held on preliminary charges of aggravated battery. Under Indiana law, an aggravated battery charge carries serious implications, often leading to prison time upon conviction, given the violent nature of the offense.
- Suspect’s Age: 18 years old
- Victim’s Age: 44 years old
- Initial Charge: Aggravated Battery
- Location: 200 block of East Wayne Street, Kendallville
Police have not yet shared details regarding any possible motives or the relationship, if any, between the suspect and the victim.
Community Reacts as Investigation Continues
The stabbing has left Kendallville residents concerned, as the incident took place in a relatively quiet neighborhood. As of now, the authorities haven’t released any additional information regarding the incident, but residents are watching closely as the investigation progresses.
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