Man arrested in fatal Mission District stabbing

San Francisco police detained a 47-year-old suspect after a stabbing on Mission Street early Friday morning.

Published on Feb. 6, 2026

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San Francisco police officers arrested a 47-year-old man in connection with a fatal stabbing that occurred early Friday morning in the Mission District. Officers arrived at the 1900 block of Mission Street just after midnight on Feb. 6, where they found a victim with stab wounds. The victim was taken to a nearby hospital and later died, according to SFPD's news release.

Why it matters

Violent crime, especially homicides, are a major concern for residents in San Francisco's Mission District, which has historically had higher rates of violent incidents compared to other neighborhoods in the city.

The details

Police detained a suspect near 15th and Mission streets who was identified as Paulino Inxah, a San Francisco resident. Officers searched Inxah and seized a knife. Inxah was booked into San Francisco County Jail with charges of murder and possession of narcotics paraphernalia.

  • The incident occurred early Friday morning on February 6, 2026.
  • Police arrived at the scene just after midnight on February 6, 2026.

The players

Paulino Inxah

A 47-year-old San Francisco resident who was arrested and charged with murder and possession of narcotics paraphernalia.

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What’s next

The investigation is ongoing, and police are asking for any additional information from the public.

The takeaway

This tragic incident highlights the persistent challenges of violent crime in San Francisco's Mission District, underscoring the need for continued community engagement, crime prevention efforts, and support for victims and their families.