Officials respond to disturbance near local bar

The Yuma Police Department responded to a disturbance near a local bar on Friday evening.

According to officials, Yuma Police Department received a disturbance call at around 4:45 p.m. from Maverick Bar and b ased on an initial investigation, it was revealed to be a stabbing.

According to the bar owner, Monica Maverick, the victim came to the bar to ask for help which led to the 911 call.

The victim, a male, was transported to Yuma Regional Medical Center with non-threatening injuries.

The suspect was taken into custody and the incident still remains under investigation.

The Yuma Police Department encourages anyone with any information about this case to please call the Yuma Police Department at (928) 373-4700 or 78-Crime at (928) 782-7463 to remain anonymous. Remember if your information leads to an arrest you may receive up to a $1,000 cash reward.