A man was found dead and a woman was hospitalized in critical condition after authorities responded to a reported disturbance Thursday morning in South River, officials said.
Middlesex County prosecutors and South River police are investigating a fatal stabbing that left one person dead and another seriously injured at a residence on Kamm Avenue.
According to Middlesex County Prosecutor Linda Estremera and South River Police Chief Mark Tinitigan, officers were dispatched to the home at approximately 10:01 a.m. Thursday after receiving a 911 call reporting a disturbance.
Victims Found Inside Residence
When officers arrived, they discovered an unresponsive man suffering from multiple stab wounds, authorities said.
The man was pronounced dead at the scene.
Investigators also located a woman at the residence. She was transported to a hospital in critical condition for treatment.
Investigation Remains Active
Officials have not released the identities of either individual, and details surrounding what led to the incident have not been disclosed.
Authorities said the investigation remains active and ongoing.
No Threat to Public, Authorities Say
Despite the violent nature of the incident, investigators said there is no known threat to the public.
Anyone with information about the case is asked to contact Detective Torres of the South River Police Department at 732-238-1000 or Detective Stephanie Redline of the Middlesex County Prosecutor’s Office at 732-745-3316.
Additional information may be released as the investigation progresses.
Key Points
• A man was found dead with multiple stab wounds Thursday morning at a residence on Kamm Avenue in South River.
• A woman was transported to a hospital in critical condition after authorities responded to a reported disturbance.
• Middlesex County prosecutors and South River police said the investigation is ongoing and there is no threat to the public.