North Dakota Man Charged With Attempted Murder In Valentine's Day Stabbing

The incident took place at a Grand Forks apartment on February 14th.

Published on Feb. 19, 2026

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A 42-year-old North Dakota man named Fernando Lucio has been charged with attempted murder, aggravated assault, terrorizing, and reckless endangerment after allegedly stabbing a woman multiple times at her apartment in Grand Forks on Valentine's Day. The victim's child was present during the assault and tried to intervene before Lucio fled the scene. Lucio was later apprehended by police in a neighboring apartment. The victim suffered non-life-threatening injuries and was admitted to the hospital.

Why it matters

This violent incident on Valentine's Day highlights the ongoing issue of domestic violence and the need for greater awareness and support services in North Dakota communities. The presence of the victim's child during the attack also raises concerns about the impact of such trauma on children.

The details

According to police reports, Lucio arrived at the victim's apartment on February 14th to give her Valentine's Day gifts. He then followed her to her bedroom and stabbed her multiple times, causing deep lacerations to her forehead and puncture wounds to her left thigh. The victim's child was present during the assault and tried to intervene before Lucio fled the scene. Police later located and apprehended Lucio in a neighboring apartment. The victim was admitted to Altru Hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

  • The incident took place on Saturday, February 14th, 2026 at the Lagrave Place Apartments in Grand Forks, North Dakota.
  • Lucio was charged with multiple felonies on Tuesday, February 17th, 2026.

The players

Fernando Lucio

A 42-year-old North Dakota man who has been charged with attempted murder, aggravated assault, terrorizing, and reckless endangerment for allegedly stabbing a woman multiple times at her apartment in Grand Forks on Valentine's Day.

The Victim

A woman who was stabbed multiple times by Lucio at her apartment in Grand Forks on Valentine's Day. She suffered non-life-threatening injuries and was admitted to the hospital.

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What they’re saying

“Lucio told investigators that he "blacked out" and has mental health issues.”

— Fernando Lucio (KVRR)

What’s next

A court date has not yet been set for Lucio, but the incident remains under investigation.

The takeaway

This violent attack on Valentine's Day highlights the ongoing issue of domestic violence in North Dakota and the need for greater awareness, support services, and intervention to protect victims and their families.