ATLANTIC CITY, NJ — The Atlantic City Police Department has reported a series of violent incidents, including two stabbings and a shooting, that occurred within a span of less than six hours on July 8, 2024. Charges have been filed against several individuals in connection with these events.
First Incident: Stabbing on Tennessee and Atlantic Avenues
At 8:30 AM, patrol officers responded to a report of a fight between two men that resulted in a stabbing. The 20-year-old victim from Atlantic City was transported to AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center with non-life-threatening injuries. Authorities quickly obtained a description of the suspect and K9 Officer Anthony Grajales-Prado, along with his K9 partner Chase, apprehended the suspect, James Knight. Knight, who was found in possession of a knife and had an active arrest warrant, was charged with aggravated assault, unlawful possession of a weapon, and possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose. He was remanded to the Atlantic County Justice Facility.
Second Incident: Stabbing on Pennsylvania and Arctic Avenues
Shortly after the first incident, at 9:13 AM, officers responded to another fight involving multiple individuals that led to another stabbing. The 32-year-old victim was also taken to AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center with non-life-threatening injuries. The suspect, Isaiah Byrd, attempted to disguise his appearance but was located in a nearby residential building and taken into custody. Byrd, who also had an active arrest warrant, faces similar charges as Knight and was likewise sent to the Atlantic County Justice Facility.
Third Incident: Accidental Shooting on Rosemont Place
At 1:49 PM, a 15-year-old girl entered the medical center with a gunshot wound. The Atlantic City Police Department’s Violent Crimes Unit determined the shooting, which occurred in the 300 block of Rosemont Place, was accidental. The suspect, a 17-year-old male relative of the victim, has been charged with aggravated assault, unlawful possession of a weapon, and possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose. He is currently not in custody.
The Atlantic City Police Department continues to investigate these incidents and has reaffirmed its commitment to addressing violent crimes in the community. In accordance with the law, all charged individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty.
