Man charged with murder after stabbing in New Haven: PD

Lina PortmanJune 4, 2024

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Investigators learned the victim was arguing with an individual at Sam's Mart on Whalley Avenue before the stabbing, police said.

NEW HAVEN, Conn. — A man has been arrested following a fatal stabbing at a New Haven convenience store, city police said Monday.

Police say Antwine Mike, 48, of New Haven, faces a murder charge after he turned himself in.

The investigation began at 1:09 a.m. on June 1 after police were notified that a man, identified as Travis James, 47, had entered St. Raphael Hospital in critical condition. Police said his injury was initially reported as a gunshot wound and was later determined to be from a stab wound.

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James later died from his injuries, according to police.

Investigators learned that James was arguing with a stranger at Sam's Mart on Whalley Avenue, which ultimately led to him being stabbed, police said. He was then taken to the hospital where he was dropped off.

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Based on surveillance video evidence and tips from area residents as well as officers who knew him, New Haven police identified Mike as the suspect in the stabbing. Police said they obtained a warrant for his arrest on Sunday, working closely with the state attorney's office.

Mike is being held on $2 million bail and was scheduled to appear in court Monday.

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» said New Haven Police Chief Karl Jacobson. “I would also like to thank those members of the New Haven community who have contacted us with information: your help is greatly appreciated. This case is a great example of our officers and our community working together to create a safer city.

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