SFPD Arrests Stabbing Suspect #26-126

Patrol Officers Quick Response Locates Suspect

On October 7, 2026, at approximately 6:19 AM, San Francisco Police officers from Tenderloin Station were flagged down by a victim who was stabbed in the area of Jones Street at O’Farrell Street.

Officers immediately rendered aid, and paramedics transported the victim to the hospital for life-threatening injuries.

Officers learned the suspect fled the scene on O’Farrell Street. With the assistance of Drone First Responder (DFR), which is operated by the SFPD’s Real Time Investigation Center (RTIC), officers located the suspect in the area of Ellis and Leavenworth streets. The suspect fled from the officers, and a brief foot pursuit ensued. Tenderloin officers took the suspect into custody without further incident.

Officers recovered a knife during their investigation.

Officers transported the adult male suspect to San Francisco County Jail, where he was booked for the stabbing and resisting arrest.

Although an arrest has been made, this remains an open and active investigation. Anyone with information is asked to contact the SFPD at 1-415-575-4444 or Text-A-Tip to TIP411, beginning your message with "SFPD".

SFPD CASE# 260-588-905