Man Stabbed During Argument in Marlborough

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A man was stabbed during an argument inside an apartment building under construction in Marlborough, Massachusetts. The suspect fled the scene but was later located and taken into custody by police. The victim sustained non-life-threatening injuries and was transported to a local hospital.

Why it matters

Incidents of violence in public spaces, even during construction projects, can raise concerns about public safety in the community. This case highlights the importance of a quick police response and the ability to apprehend suspects to prevent further escalation of violence.

The details

Officers responded to a reported stabbing at an apartment building under construction at the corner of Main Street and Exchange Street around 1:01 p.m. on April 1. They found an adult male victim suffering from a stab wound to the abdomen, sustained during an argument inside the building. The suspect, identified as 46-year-old Jose Vicente, fled the scene prior to the officers' arrival. Police conducted a search of the surrounding area and located Vicente near the corner of Mechanic Street and Central Street a short time later. He was taken into custody without incident and transported to the police station for booking.

• The incident occurred around 1:01 p.m. on April 1, 2026.
• Police located and apprehended the suspect, Jose Vicente, a short time after the initial incident.

What’s next

The suspect, Jose Vicente, will be arraigned on charges related to the stabbing incident.