Man charged with attempted murder after Vancouver stabbing

Police say the suspect was hospitalized for injuries before being booked into jail.

Mar. 31, 2026 at 9:08pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of a knife blade against a pitch-black background, the harsh lighting creating a stark, gritty, investigative aesthetic that conceptually represents the violence of the crime.A chilling close-up of the weapon used in a recent attempted murder case exposes the harsh realities of violent crime in the Vancouver community.Vancouver Today

A 35-year-old man has been charged with attempted murder and other counts after a weekend stabbing attack in Vancouver, Washington that left a 29-year-old victim with life-threatening injuries. The suspect, Jason Johnson, was hospitalized for his own injuries sustained in the incident before being booked into the Clark County jail.

Why it matters

Violent crime, especially involving weapons, is a major concern for the Vancouver community. This case highlights the need for continued public safety efforts and collaboration between law enforcement and residents to address underlying issues that can lead to such attacks.

The details

According to police, officers responded to a disturbance call in the 7800 block of Northeast 12th Street, near David Douglas Park, shortly before midnight on Saturday. There they found the 29-year-old victim with life-threatening stab wounds, as well as an uninjured woman and the suspect, Jason Johnson. Johnson was hospitalized for his own injuries before being released and booked into jail on charges of attempted murder, fourth-degree assault - domestic violence, and displaying a weapon.

  • The incident occurred shortly before midnight on Saturday, March 29, 2026.
  • Johnson was released from the hospital and booked into jail on Monday, March 31, 2026.

The players

Jason Johnson

A 35-year-old man charged with attempted murder, fourth-degree assault - domestic violence, and displaying a weapon in relation to the stabbing incident.

The 29-year-old victim

The male victim of the stabbing attack who suffered life-threatening injuries.

Vancouver Police Department

The law enforcement agency investigating the stabbing incident and making the arrest.

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What they’re saying

“An investigation remains ongoing.”

— Vancouver Police Department

What’s next

The suspect, Jason Johnson, is expected to appear in court in the coming days for an arraignment on the charges.

The takeaway

This violent incident underscores the need for continued community-based efforts to address the root causes of crime and promote public safety in the Vancouver area.