LOCATION: Natividad Creek Park
INCIDENT: Stabbing – Attempted Murder
REPORT #: 23-050609
WATCH CMDR: John C. Murray

On 5/20/23, at approximately 2:00 am, a 17-year-old male was stabbed at Natividad Creek Park. The stabbing victim was dropped off at a local hospital. He had multiple stab wounds to his chest, shoulder, and head. The injuries, although serious, do not appear to be life-threatening.

Officers quickly located and stopped the vehicle that dropped him off, a Gray Dodge Durango. The two occupants of the vehicle stated they picked up the victim at Natividad Creek Park and drove him to the hospital.

The victim stated he was stabbed during a fight at the park. He described a 2010 silver Chevy Silverado as possibly being involved. Officers located a blood trail and the crime scene by the Nogal Drive entrance to Natividad Creek Park just east of the restrooms.

This investigation is ongoing and anyone with information is encouraged to call the Salinas Police Department at (831) 758-7321. If you would like to remain anonymous, you can call the Salinas Police Department Tip Line at (831) 775-4222.