Man Stabbed Outside Providence Church

Got story updates? Submit your updates here. ›

Police in Providence, Rhode Island are investigating a stabbing incident that occurred outside a local church on Friday night. The victim, whose identity has not been released, was chased and then stabbed multiple times as he attempted to get inside the Mathewson Street Church. The victim was able to make it to safety inside the church and was transported to Rhode Island Hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. No arrests have been made, and the motive for the attack is still unclear.

Why it matters

Violent crimes like this stabbing incident outside a place of worship raise concerns about public safety in the Providence community. The police are working to determine the circumstances that led to the attack and whether there are any ongoing threats to the neighborhood.

The details

According to Kristy dosReis, a spokesperson for the Providence Police Department, officers responded to the Mathewson Street Church after receiving reports of a man who had been stabbed. Investigators believe the victim was being chased and was stabbed several times as he tried to get inside the church. The victim was able to make it to safety inside the building before being transported to the hospital.

• The incident occurred on Friday night, February 7, 2026.

What’s next

Police are continuing to investigate the incident and are working to determine a motive and identify any suspects.