A 48-year-old woman was left critically injured after a vicious stabbing incident in her home on Thursday morning in northwest Miami-Dade. The attack, witnessed by her young daughter, has sparked an intense police manhunt in the vicinity.
The incident occurred around 8:45 a.m. near the intersection of 172nd Street and 94th Court, as confirmed by the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office (MDSO). Neighbors alerted authorities after hearing screams, and emergency teams swiftly arrived at the scene.
A cell phone video captured the shocking aftermath: a trail of blood and scattered personal belongings on the residence’s staircase. The footage also showed paramedics rushing the bloodied victim on a stretcher to an ambulance.
The woman was urgently transported to Jackson Memorial Hospital North, where she remains in critical but stable condition. Medical sources revealed that she sustained stab wounds to vital organs, including the lung, liver, kidney, and heart.
During the investigation, authorities identified the suspected attacker as 54-year-old Manuel Salgado-Peña. The suspect’s nationality is still unknown. According to a family member cited by local media, the suspect was in a relationship with the victim until about ten months ago.
Police have launched an extensive operation in the area, employing aerial surveillance with helicopters, yet the suspect remains at large. The Sheriff’s Office is urging public assistance in locating him and has activated the Miami-Dade Crime Stoppers Line at 305-471-8477 for tips that might lead to his capture.
This case remains under investigation as community concerns grow over this alarming instance of extreme domestic violence.
FAQ on Miami-Dade Stabbing Incident
Who is the suspect in the Miami-Dade stabbing case?
The suspect in the stabbing case is identified as Manuel Salgado-Peña, a 54-year-old man whose nationality is currently unknown.
What is the current condition of the victim?
The victim is in critical but stable condition at Jackson Memorial Hospital North after suffering stab wounds to several vital organs.