Watertown Man Charged with Attempted Murder After Stabbing Incident

Davon Dozier-Gannaway accused of stabbing two victims during altercation on Creekwood Drive

Apr. 12, 2026 at 1:49pm

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The Watertown City Police Department responded to a call about a physical altercation between three men on Creekwood Drive on the evening of April 1. Police allege that Davon Dozier-Gannaway, a 28-year-old Watertown resident, used a knife to stab a 42-year-old man in the head and torso, and a 44-year-old man in the left arm. The 42-year-old victim was airlifted to SUNY Upstate Medical University Hospital for further treatment, while the 44-year-old was treated and released from Samaritan Medical Center.

Why it matters

Violent crimes involving weapons, especially in residential neighborhoods, are a major concern for local law enforcement and the community. This incident highlights the need for continued efforts to address public safety and de-escalate conflicts before they turn deadly.

The details

According to police reports, the altercation occurred around 4:56 p.m. on April 1. Dozier-Gannaway has been charged with attempted murder in the second degree, a class B felony, and criminal possession of a weapon in the third degree, a class D felony. He is currently being held pending arraignment in Jefferson County CAP Court.

  • The incident occurred on the evening of April 1, 2026 around 4:56 p.m.

The players

Davon Stephon Dozier-Gannaway

A 28-year-old Watertown resident who has been charged with attempted murder and criminal possession of a weapon.

42-year-old Watertown man

A victim who was stabbed in the head and torso and airlifted to SUNY Upstate Medical University Hospital for further treatment.

44-year-old Watertown man

A victim who was stabbed in the left arm and treated and released from Samaritan Medical Center.

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What’s next

Dozier-Gannaway will be arraigned in Jefferson County CAP Court in the coming days.

The takeaway

This violent incident underscores the need for continued community efforts to address public safety concerns and de-escalate conflicts before they turn deadly. Local law enforcement will work to ensure justice is served while also exploring ways to prevent similar acts of violence in the future.