Arrest Made in Fatal Stabbing of 71-Year-Old Man in Southeast D.C.; Upgraded Charges Considered
In a tragic incident in Southeast D.C., a 60-year-old woman, Linda Archie, was arrested and charged with assault with intent to kill in connection with the deadly stabbing of a 71-year-old man, Charmaine Smith. The incident unfolded on Tuesday, prompting a swift response from D.C. police.
Details of the incident:
- The police received a call and responded to the 900 block of 5th Street SE at approximately 3:45 p.m.
- Upon arrival, officers discovered Charmaine Smith suffering from stab wounds.
- Smith was promptly transported to a hospital for medical attention.
Unfortunately, Smith’s injuries proved fatal, and he succumbed to the stabbing on Saturday. As a result, detectives are collaborating with the United States Attorney’s Office to explore the possibility of upgrading the charges against Linda Archie.
The circumstances surrounding the stabbing, the relationship between the victim and the suspect, and any potential motives remain under investigation by law enforcement authorities. The community is awaiting further updates from the ongoing investigation as authorities work to uncover more details surrounding this tragic incident.