Kentucky Man Attacks 'Foreigner' with Cleaver on Sidewalk

Victim saved by nearby veterinarians after alleged assault over 'trespassing' claims

Apr. 8, 2026 at 7:55pm

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An extreme close-up of a cleaver blade covered in a dark, glistening liquid, photographed against a pitch-black background with harsh, direct lighting, conceptually representing the violence of a recent attack without depicting any actual victims.A chilling close-up of the weapon used in a disturbing assault highlights the need for greater mental health resources and crisis intervention.Louisville Today

A 30-year-old Kentucky man was arrested and charged with attempted murder and first-degree assault after allegedly attacking a stranger on the sidewalk with a cleaver, claiming the victim was a 'foreigner' trespassing on his 'land' in Louisville.

Why it matters

This incident highlights growing concerns over hate crimes and random acts of violence against immigrants and minorities, as well as the need for better mental health resources and crisis intervention for those struggling with delusional beliefs or erratic behavior.

The details

According to police, Jeremiah Page approached a stranger on the sidewalk along Preston Highway and began attacking him with a cleaver, striking the victim twice in the head and once in the shoulder. Page allegedly told officers the victim was 'trespassing on his land' and that he 'owned all of Louisville' and wanted to kill the 'foreigner.' The victim, who could not speak English, was immediately helped by nearby veterinarians at an animal hospital who witnessed the attack.

  • The incident occurred around 5:30 p.m. on April 6, 2026.
  • Page was arrested shortly after the attack.

The players

Jeremiah Page

A 30-year-old Kentucky resident who was arrested and charged with attempted murder and first-degree assault for the attack.

The Victim

A stranger on the sidewalk who was attacked by Page, described as a 'foreigner' who could not speak English.

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What they’re saying

“He started getting loud and saying all kinds of things like he owned the place. You could tell something was going on with him, so we just kicked him out.”

— Victor Meza, Nearby Business Employee

“He was trespassing on his land, that he owned all of Louisville, that he never met the man before and that he wanted to kill him because he was a foreigner.”

— Jeremiah Page

What’s next

The Louisville Metro Police Department said the victim was expected to survive, and Page was arrested and charged with attempted murder and first-degree assault.

The takeaway

This disturbing incident underscores the need for greater mental health support, crisis intervention, and education to prevent hate-fueled violence against vulnerable members of the community. Addressing the root causes of such delusional and xenophobic behavior is crucial to ensuring public safety and promoting a more inclusive society.