Woman Slashed in Chicago's Roseland Neighborhood, Suspect Apprehended

The victim suffered lacerations to her neck and wrist and was taken to the hospital in fair condition.

Published on Feb. 8, 2026

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A 35-year-old woman was slashed by another woman during a physical altercation in Chicago's Roseland neighborhood on Saturday night. The victim was taken to the University of Chicago Medical Center in fair condition, and a suspect was later apprehended by police and taken into custody.

Why it matters

Violent crime, including physical altercations and attacks with weapons, remains an ongoing concern in certain Chicago neighborhoods like Roseland, which have historically struggled with higher rates of violence and property crime.

The details

According to police, the attack occurred around 9:59 p.m. on Saturday in the 300 block of East 95th Street. The suspect approached the 35-year-old victim, and the two women became involved in a physical altercation. During the fight, the suspect pulled out a sharp object and slashed the victim, causing lacerations to her neck and wrist. The victim was transported to the University of Chicago Medical Center, where she was listed in fair condition.

  • The incident occurred at 9:59 p.m. on Saturday, February 8, 2026.

The players

35-year-old woman

The victim of the slashing attack.

Suspect

The woman who allegedly attacked and slashed the victim.

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What they’re saying

“We must continue to address the root causes of violence in our communities and provide more resources to prevent these types of incidents.”

— Alderman Roderick Sawyer, Chicago City Council (Chicago Tribune)

What’s next

Police are continuing to investigate the incident and determine the motive for the attack. The suspect is expected to be charged in the coming days.

The takeaway

This attack highlights the ongoing challenges Chicago faces in addressing violent crime, particularly in neighborhoods like Roseland that have historically struggled with higher rates of violence. Community leaders and law enforcement will need to work together to find solutions that address the root causes of such incidents and provide more resources to prevent them.