Mountain Home man arrested after alleged stabbing

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A 51-year-old Mountain Home man named Andrew Joseph Melvin has been arrested and charged with aggravated residential burglary and second-degree battery following an alleged stabbing incident early Sunday morning. The 56-year-old victim was brought to the hospital by a neighbor after being stabbed, and he identified Melvin as the perpetrator.

Why it matters

Violent crimes like home invasions and stabbings are concerning for the Mountain Home community, as they raise public safety issues and can traumatize victims and their families. This case will be closely watched as it moves through the criminal justice system.

The details

According to police, Melvin allegedly entered the victim's residence on South Church Street, and during a confrontation, the victim raised his arm to block Melvin and was stabbed. Police later detained Melvin at his residence on Spring Street. Evidence collected included a knife with a wooden handle believed to contain blood, along with DNA and blood samples from the scene.

• The incident occurred early Sunday morning, March 1.
• Police were dispatched to the hospital around 2:14 AM on March 1.

What’s next

Melvin is being held in the Baxter County Detention Center with a $50,000 bond. The judge will determine if he will be allowed out on bail.