Athens-Clarke County Police make an arrest after a stabbing on College Station Road: Felix Nguyen is 20 years old, from Lawrenceville. He’s accused of assaulting a stabbing victim during what UGA campus police say was a drug deal that went bad. The man who was stabbed was hospitalized with what are said to have been non life-threatening issues.
From WSB TV…
A drug deal leads to a victim being stabbed multiple times, according to police.
The incident happened Tuesday around 12:17 a.m.
Athens-Clarke County Police were called to College Station Road in regard to a stabbing. When officers arrived, they reportedly found the victim, with several stab wounds.
The investigation later revealed that the victim was selling marijuana to the suspect, police said.
According to Athens officials, an altercation occurred, leading to the victim being stabbed multiple times.
The suspect, later identified as Felix Nugyen, 20, of Lawrenceville ran away with the marijuana.
The University of Georgia Police found Nugyen near the stabbing location.
ACCPD arrived and arrested Nguyen. Nugyen is charged with aggravated assault, armed robbery and possession of marijuana with intent to distribute.
The victim, whose age and identity have not been released is currently stable and expected to survive the injuries.
The investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information is asked to contact Det. Lister at 762-400-7333 or via email.
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