Three Critically Injured in Providence Stabbing

Police investigating early morning incident on Sawyer Street

Mar. 22, 2026 at 5:34pm

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Three men were critically injured in a stabbing incident early Sunday morning in Providence, Rhode Island. Police responded to reports of multiple people injured on Sawyer Street just after 2:30 a.m. and found three victims with serious stab wounds. All three were transported to Rhode Island Hospital in critical condition. A fourth victim also arrived at the hospital after being hit in the head with a glass bottle.

Why it matters

Violent crimes like stabbings are concerning for the local community and raise questions about public safety, especially in residential areas late at night. The severity of the injuries also highlights the need for improved emergency response and trauma care resources in the city.

The details

According to police, the three victims found at the scene included a 26-year-old man with a significant laceration to his abdomen, a 21-year-old man with an apparent stab wound to the chest, and a 33-year-old man with an apparent stab wound to the shin. All three were transported to Rhode Island Hospital in critical condition. A fourth victim, a 33-year-old man, later arrived at the hospital saying he had been hit in the head with a glass bottle by an unknown suspect.

  • The incident occurred just after 2:30 a.m. on Sunday, March 22, 2026.

The players

Providence Police Department

The local law enforcement agency investigating the stabbing incident.

Rhode Island Hospital

The hospital where the victims were transported and are receiving treatment for their critical injuries.

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What’s next

The Providence Police Department is continuing to investigate the incident and the circumstances surrounding the stabbings.

The takeaway

This violent crime highlights the need for improved public safety measures and resources to address late-night violence in residential areas of Providence. The severity of the injuries also underscores the importance of accessible trauma care for the local community.