Press Release

Attempted Homicide (YPD 09-56520)

Date:

11/12/2009

Summary:

On Tuesday, 11/10/09, at approximately 11 PM, an assault occurred in the area of 28th Street and 8th Avenue.

Contact:

Sgt. Clint NorredPublic Information OfficerQuality Assurance
 

On Tuesday, 11/10/09, at approximately 11 PM, an assault occurred in the area of 28th Street and 8th Avenue.

Patrick Smith (50) of Yuma, became involved in an altercation with three subjects in a passing vehicle. All three occupants in the vehicle assaulted Smith. Smith was later transported to YRMC and treated for two stab wounds on his back. His condition as of 11/11/09 was stable. 

Two of the three occupants and the vehicle were located later by YPD officers. Sophia Jiminez (20) was arrested for attempted homicide and assault. Daniel Rivera-Fonseca (20) was also arrested for assault. Both were booked into the Yuma County Detention Facility. The third suspect is a Hispanic female in her early 20’s and is currently being sought for questioning.

The Yuma Police Department encourages anybody with any information about this case to please call the Yuma Police Department at (928) 783-4421 or 78-Crime to remain anonymous.

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