One dead after being stabbed, ECPD investigates

EL CENTRO, Calif. (KYMA) - The El Centro Police Department (ECPD) is investigating a stabbing which left one person dead.

According to a press release, the stabbing took place in the area of Orange Avenue, near the railroad tracks, before 12:30 p.m. Saturday.

Upon arrival, ECPD says first responders found a 47-year-old man suffering from multiple stab wounds.

After paramedics performed first aid at the scene, ECPD says the victim was taken to El Centro Regional Medical Center, where he later died.

While it appears to be an isolated incident, ECPD says the investigation is ongoing, and no additional details are available at this time.

If anyone has information regarding the case, call ECPD at (760) 352-2111.