A man is fighting for his life after a brutal stabbing outside a mall in Salem, New Hampshire, on Thursday night. The victim, a 20-year-old from Windham, sustained a severe stab wound to his torso in the parking lot of the Mall at Rockingham Park near the food court entrance. Salem police swiftly responded to multiple 911 calls reporting the incident just after 8 p.m.
First Responders’ Quick Actions
Upon arriving at the scene, officers found the injured man and quickly applied a chest seal to his wound before rushing him to a local hospital. Due to the severity of his injuries, the victim was airlifted to a hospital in the Boston area, where he underwent life-saving surgery. He currently remains in critical condition as medical professionals work tirelessly to stabilize his condition.
Additional Developments
In a concerning turn of events, another man arrived at Catholic Medical Center in Manchester, New Hampshire, seeking treatment for a knife wound to his arm. Law enforcement officials suspect that this individual was also involved in the violent altercation but have not disclosed his identity to the public.
Police Investigation in Progress
Following leads from witnesses and evidence found at the scene, police located a vehicle believed to have been used by the suspects. The vehicle was found abandoned in Salem, prompting authorities to execute a search warrant at a residence in Londonderry. Additional warrants are expected to be carried out as the investigation unfolds.
Despite these alarming developments, Salem police have assured the public that all parties involved in the incident have been identified, and there is no ongoing threat to public safety. However, the investigation remains active, with Detective James Carlin urging anyone with information to come forward by contacting the department at 603-893-1911.