04.08.2022 | 11:40 PM | SANTA ANA – One minor was dead and another was hospital after being stabbed amid a large party, late Friday night.
Authorities responded to the deadly stabbing in the 1600 block of East Palm Street around 11:40 PM.
When units arrived they located a large crowd and two male juveniles victims suffering from apparent stab wounds.
Several individuals were detained and medics treated both victims on scene before rushing them to an area hospital.
One of the victims was later pronounced deceased at an area hospital.
Witnesses nearby reported that there was a large, unsanctioned party occurring in the street with high-schoolers shortly before officers responded.
No suspects were in custody and it was unclear whether any of the individuals detained were facing charges.
Anyone with information regarding the fatal stabbing is urged to contact the Santa Ana Police Department’s Homicide Section by calling (714) 245-8390.
Anonymous tips can be submitted through the Orange County Crime Stoppers by calling (855) TIP-OCCS or by visiting their website at www.occrimestoppers.org.