*LINDEN, NJ – At approximately 12:30 a.m. on Sunday, officers responded to the 200 block of Grant Street in Linden following reports of a stabbing. According to initial reports, a 20-year-old woman was stabbed during a domestic disturbance. She received medical treatment at the scene and was transported to Newark University Hospital, where she remains in stable condition.
Kyeshon Downer, 22, of Linden, was arrested at the scene. He has been charged with second-degree aggravated assault, third-degree possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose, third-degree terroristic threats, and other related weapons charges. He remains in custody as the investigation continues.
The incident is under investigation, and authorities have requested that anyone with information contact Detective James Garrison at (908) 474-8045 or via email at jgarrison@lpdnj.org. Information about this incident or other crimes can also be shared anonymously via email at crimetips@lpdnj.org.