MANASSAS, VA. — Police are searching for a 33-year-old man accused of stabbing another man during an argument Thursday afternoon in Manassas, according to the Prince William County Police Department.
Adrian Basilio Espinoza is wanted on a charge of malicious wounding after officers responded to the 7300 block of Miramar Drive around 1:36 p.m. for a reported stabbing. Authorities said the altercation between Espinoza and the 35-year-old male victim escalated into violence when Espinoza allegedly pulled out a knife and attacked the man.
Key Points:
- Adrian Basilio Espinoza, 33, wanted for stabbing during argument in Manassas
- Incident occurred Thursday on Miramar Drive; victim hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries
- Suspect fled the scene; police search ongoing
Argument turns violent in residential neighborhood
According to investigators, the incident began as a verbal dispute between the two men before escalating into a physical confrontation. Police said Espinoza produced a knife during the argument and cut the victim before fleeing on foot.
The injured man was transported to a local hospital where he is being treated for injuries described as non-life-threatening.
Search for suspect continues as arrest warrant issued
PWCPD reported that attempts to locate Espinoza following the incident have been unsuccessful. An arrest warrant for malicious wounding has been issued as the investigation continues.
Authorities have not released additional details about the dispute or the relationship between the suspect and victim.
Police urge public to report sightings, suspect still at large
The Prince William County Police Department has not indicated whether Espinoza is considered armed or dangerous but confirmed that the search for the suspect remains active. No further information was immediately available.
