Police Seek Public’s Help to Catch Stabbing Suspect in Waterbury

URGENT UPDATE: Police in Waterbury, Connecticut, are actively seeking the public’s assistance in locating a suspect connected to a stabbing incident that occurred earlier this month. The incident took place on October 18, 2023, at approximately 9:45 a.m. at 246 Walnut Street, where officers found a 31-year-old male victim suffering from multiple stab wounds.

Authorities report that the victim was swiftly transported to a nearby hospital and is currently in stable condition with non-life-threatening injuries. This incident has raised alarm in the community, prompting the Waterbury Police Department to intensify their search for the suspect identified as Harlem Arquel Espinosa-Ramos, a 20-year-old resident of Waterbury.

Espinosa-Ramos is wanted on an active arrest warrant, facing serious charges including criminal attempt at murder and first-degree assault. The police are urging anyone with information regarding Espinosa-Ramos’s whereabouts to step forward.

“Your help is crucial in ensuring community safety,” a police spokesperson stated. “We need the public’s eyes and ears to bring this suspect into custody.”

Individuals with tips can contact the Waterbury Police Department’s Detective Bureau at 203-574-6941 or reach out anonymously through the Crime Stoppers tip line at 203-755-1234.

As the investigation develops, the Waterbury community holds its breath, hoping for swift justice and safety. Authorities are emphasizing the importance of community involvement in the resolution of this serious crime.

Stay tuned for further updates as this story unfolds. Your awareness could make a difference.