Police say alcohol-fueled dispute left man seriously injured in early morning assault.
Palisades Park, NJ – Two men have been arrested and charged following a violent early morning assault in Palisades Park that left a 30-year-old resident stabbed multiple times and suffering a fractured jaw, according to police.
The incident occurred around 3:38 a.m. on March 22 inside a private residence, where three men had been drinking before an argument escalated into violence. Authorities say the victim was stabbed three times in the neck and back with a screwdriver and sustained additional injuries during the attack.
The victim managed to escape the residence and sought help by knocking on a neighbor’s door near East Homestead Avenue and Sunset Place, prompting a police response.
Two suspects identified and charged
Key Points
- Victim stabbed multiple times with a screwdriver during early morning dispute
- Two men arrested and charged with aggravated assault and weapons offenses
- Police say investigation led to arrests days after the incident
Police identified the suspects as Selvin G. Sabancax, 33, and Federico Aguinchapen, 46, both of Palisades Park. Sabancax faces multiple charges, including aggravated assault, possession of a weapon, and possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose. Aguinchapen was charged with aggravated assault.
On March 30, authorities announced the arrests following an investigation led by Palisades Park detectives. Patrol officers initially responded to the scene and rendered aid before the case was transferred to detectives, whose follow-up work led to identifying and apprehending the suspects.
“What appeared to be a serious, alcohol-fueled assault that caused significant injury to the victim led to a relentless commitment of our detectives and officers to work together and bring those responsible to justice,” said Police Chief George Beck. “I highly commend all involved for working with such speed and precision to apprehend those responsible and support the victim.”
Investigation led by local detectives
Officials have not released additional details about the victim’s current condition. The charges against the defendants are accusations, and both men are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.
The investigation remains ongoing.
