Camden, NJ – Detectives from the Camden County Prosecutor’s Office and the Camden County Police Department are investigating the fatal stabbing of a Camden resident who managed to reach Cooper University Hospital before collapsing from his injuries.
According to Camden County Prosecutor Grace C. MacAulay and Camden County Police Chief Gabriel Rodriguez, officers were dispatched to Cooper University Hospital at approximately 2:53 a.m. Saturday after receiving reports that a stabbing victim had arrived at the facility.
Investigators said the victim walked to the hospital seeking emergency medical treatment before collapsing outside the hospital’s parking garage. Medical personnel and first responders attempted lifesaving measures, but the victim succumbed to his injuries.
He was pronounced dead at approximately 3:49 a.m.
Victim identified as Camden resident
Authorities identified the victim as Davinne Evans, 28, of Camden.
Following the discovery of Evans, detectives began working to determine where the assault had occurred. Evidence collected during the preliminary investigation led investigators to a location near the intersection of Broadway and Stevens Street, where police established a crime scene.
Investigators spent several hours processing evidence, interviewing potential witnesses and canvassing the surrounding neighborhood for surveillance video that could help identify the person responsible.
Detectives continue homicide investigation
Authorities have not disclosed what led to the stabbing or whether Evans knew the person responsible.
No arrests have been announced, and investigators have not released a suspect description.
The Camden County Prosecutor’s Office said the homicide investigation remains active as detectives continue gathering evidence and following leads.
Officials are asking anyone with information about the stabbing or suspicious activity in the area during the early morning hours of Aug. 1 to contact investigators.
Camden has experienced a significant decline in violent crime over the past decade, but homicide investigations remain among the highest priorities for local law enforcement. Detectives often rely heavily on witness statements, surveillance footage and forensic evidence gathered during the first hours of an investigation to identify suspects and reconstruct the events leading to a fatal attack.
The deadly stabbing has left investigators searching for answers in one of Camden’s busiest corridors. Residents and businesses near Broadway and Stevens Street may notice an increased police presence as detectives continue canvassing the area for evidence and reviewing surveillance footage.
Sources
- Camden County Prosecutor’s Office
- Camden County Police Department
FAQ
- Who was the victim? Police identified the victim as 28-year-old Davinne Evans of Camden.
- Where was he found? Investigators said Evans walked to Cooper University Hospital before collapsing outside the parking garage.
- Where did the stabbing occur? Detectives believe the assault occurred near the intersection of Broadway and Stevens Street.
- Has anyone been arrested? No. Authorities said the homicide investigation remains active and no arrests have been announced.
- Who is investigating? The Camden County Prosecutor’s Office and Camden County Police Department are conducting the investigation.
Key Points
- A 28-year-old Camden man died after walking to Cooper University Hospital with stab wounds.
- Detectives traced the suspected crime scene to the area of Broadway and Stevens Street.
- No arrests have been made as the homicide investigation continues.
