Oklahoma City, January 6, 2026
An Oklahoma City man was arrested early Tuesday following a domestic dispute that resulted in a stabbing incident. Police found a woman who had been stabbed in the elbow. She was taken to a local hospital and is expected to recover. This incident contributes to ongoing concerns about recent violent acts in the northwest Oklahoma City area, with authorities actively investigating the situation.
Oklahoma City Man Arrested After Domestic Dispute Leads to Stabbing
Oklahoma City, OK – A man was arrested early Tuesday morning following a domestic dispute that resulted in a stabbing in northwest Oklahoma City. The incident occurred around 4 a.m. near Northwest 12th Street and Blackwelder Avenue. Police responded to the scene and found a woman who had been stabbed in the elbow. She was transported to a local hospital and is expected to recover. The man involved in the altercation was taken into custody; however, details regarding the cause of the dispute and the suspect’s identity have not been released. The investigation is ongoing.
Recent Stabbing Incidents in Northwest Oklahoma City
This incident adds to a series of stabbing cases in the northwest area of Oklahoma City in recent months. Notably, on November 17, 2025, a suspect was arrested after a stabbing at a residence on Lance Lane, near Northwest 83rd Street. The victim was hospitalized, and the suspect initially refused to exit the home but eventually complied with police orders. Details about the suspect’s identity and the motive behind the stabbing were not disclosed.
Another stabbing occurred on November 18, 2025, near Northwest Sixth Street and Council Road. Police fatally shot a man wielding a machete after he allegedly attacked a victim earlier that morning. The suspect refused to drop the machete and advanced toward officers, leading to the use of deadly force.
Background on Stabbing Incidents in the Area
Stabbings have been a concern in northwest Oklahoma City, with several incidents reported over the past year. In August 2025, a woman was fatally stabbed, and a man was critically injured near Northwest 17th Street and Meridian Avenue. During the investigation, police discovered a body near a homeless encampment, confirming the death was a homicide.
In February 2025, a man was arrested for the fatal stabbing of his mother at an apartment complex near South Walker Avenue and Interstate 240. The suspect claimed the stabbing was unintentional, stating his mother ran toward him while he was holding a knife. His trial is scheduled for April 20, 2026.
These incidents highlight ongoing concerns about violent crimes in northwest Oklahoma City. Authorities continue to investigate each case to ensure public safety and bring those responsible to justice.
FAQ
What happened in the latest stabbing incident in northwest Oklahoma City?
A man was arrested early Tuesday morning after a domestic dispute led to a stabbing near Northwest 12th Street and Blackwelder Avenue. The woman involved was transported to a local hospital and is expected to recover. The suspect’s identity and the cause of the dispute have not been released.
Have there been other stabbing incidents in northwest Oklahoma City recently?
Yes, there have been several stabbing incidents in the area over the past year. Notably, in August 2025, a woman was fatally stabbed, and a man was critically injured near Northwest 17th Street and Meridian Avenue. In February 2025, a man was arrested for the fatal stabbing of his mother at an apartment complex near South Walker Avenue and Interstate 240.
What is being done to address these incidents?
Authorities are actively investigating each case to ensure public safety and bring those responsible to justice. The Oklahoma City Police Department continues to monitor the situation and collaborate with community organizations to address violent crimes in the area.
| Incident Date | Location | Details |
|---|---|---|
| January 6, 2026 | Northwest 12th Street and Blackwelder Avenue | Man arrested after domestic dispute leads to stabbing; woman expected to recover. |
| November 17, 2025 | Lance Lane near Northwest 83rd Street | Suspect arrested after stabbing; victim hospitalized; suspect initially refused to exit home. |
| November 18, 2025 | Northwest Sixth Street and Council Road | Police fatally shot man wielding machete after alleged attack; suspect advanced toward officers. |
| August 2025 | Northwest 17th Street and Meridian Avenue | Woman fatally stabbed; man critically injured; body found near homeless encampment; homicide confirmed. |
| February 2025 | South Walker Avenue and Interstate 240 | Man arrested for fatal stabbing of mother; suspect claims unintentional act; trial scheduled for April 20, 2026. |
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