In a major development, the Springfield police have successfully apprehended the suspect in a fatal Springfield stabbing that occurred on Tuesday night.
Intensive Manhunt Ends as Springfield Police Apprehend Suspect in Fatal Springfield Stabbing
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The horrifying incident of the Springfield stabbing, which occurred at a bustling gas station on Business 98, resulted in the untimely demise of 20-year-old Phillip Harvey. The entire community was left in shock and mourning due to this senseless act of violence. After an exhaustive two-day search, authorities finally located and apprehended the individual believed to be responsible for the Springfield stabbing. Calvin Lovelle Pittman, a 44-year-old “person of interest,” was found on Wednesday afternoon. Swift action by investigators led them to Pittman, who was suspected of fleeing the scene after the Springfield stabbing in Harvey’s vehicle. The abandoned vehicle was eventually discovered on E 7th Street and Redwood Avenue, providing crucial leads for the police.
Discovery of Abandoned Vehicle Linked to Springfield Stabbing
With the suspect of the Springfield stabbing now in custody, the Springfield Police Department is working closely with the 14th Judicial Circuit State Attorney‘s Office to determine the appropriate charges that will be filed in connection with this tragic incident. The community can find solace in the fact that all individuals involved in this heinous act of the Springfield stabbing are now accounted for and behind bars. The authorities continue to gather evidence and piece together the events leading up to the Springfield stabbing, promising to release more information as the investigation unfolds. In the meantime, the Springfield community stands united, supporting one another during this difficult time and hoping for justice to be served.
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