Lincoln City Police Arrest Suspect In Stabbing at Outlet Mall

1/23/2024

Lincoln City Police have arrested a suspect involved in a disturbance and stabbing that occurred on Friday, January 19^th, 2024 at the Lincoln City Outlet Mall property located at 1500 SE East Devils Lake Road. The mall was closed at the time of the incident, so the safety of other customers and employees was not at risk. Due to all involved being juveniles, no names will be given.

At about 8:10 PM, Lincoln City Police Officers responded to a disturbance that involved a stabbing at the Lincoln City Outlet Mall. Upon arrival, officers located a male juvenile victim who had sustained cuts and stab wound injuries. The victim was transported by ambulance to Samaritan North Lincoln Hospital for treatment of his wounds. The suspect juvenile had fled the area prior to officers’ arrival.  

Lincoln City Police Detectives responded and began investigating. The suspect and another involved female juvenile was located nearby. The female juvenile also sustained injuries during the incident and was transported to the hospital for medical treatment.

Based on information learned during the investigation, detectives arrested the suspect male juvenile on charges of: Assault in the First Degree, Unlawful Use of a Weapon, and Reckless Endangering. The arrested juvenile was transported to the Linn/Benton Juvenile Detention Center where he is being held.

The investigation is on-going and additional charges may be filed. Anyone with information regarding the incident should call the Lincoln City Police Department at 541-994-3636 and ask for Detective John Goodman.  

The Lincoln City Police Department would like to thank the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office, North Lincoln Fire & Rescue, and Pacific West Ambulance for their assistance with this incident.