Fugitive wanted for stabbing co-worker outside new jersey bowling alley

Fugitive Wanted for Stabbing Co-Worker Outside New Jersey Bowling Alley

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November 11, 2024

LINDEN, N.J. — Police are searching for a man accused of stabbing a coworker multiple times outside a bowling alley in Linden on Friday evening, leaving the victim with serious injuries.

Officers responded to Linden Lanes, located at 741 N. Stiles St., around 6:10 p.m. after receiving reports of a stabbing incident. Upon arrival, they found a 25-year-old Newark man outside the business with multiple stab wounds. According to police, the victim had been involved in an argument with a coworker, identified as Easkon Walker, 44, of Elizabeth, which escalated into violence.

Walker allegedly pulled a knife during the dispute and stabbed the victim before fleeing the scene. The victim was treated on-site before being transported to Newark University Hospital, where he is receiving treatment for serious injuries.

Walker is now wanted on charges including third-degree aggravated assault, possession of a weapon, and additional weapons-related offenses. Authorities have not yet disclosed any further information about the nature of the argument or the relationship between the two men beyond their work connection.

The Linden Police Detective Bureau is investigating the incident and is actively seeking information on Walker’s whereabouts. Police urge anyone with knowledge of the incident or Walker’s location to contact Detective Nick Philippakos at (908) 474-8530 or by email at nphilippakos@lpdnj.org.

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