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Former Employee Charged in Santa Rosa Cleaver Attack

Li Zhiqing, 39, is in custody after allegedly stabbing a restaurant worker, leaving the victim in critical condition.

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Overview

  • On May 7, Santa Rosa police responded to a report of a stabbing at a local restaurant, finding a 43-year-old victim with severe head and arm injuries.
  • The suspect, identified as 39-year-old Li Zhiqing, allegedly attacked the victim with a cleaver before fleeing the scene on foot.
  • Zhiqing was arrested shortly after at a nearby park and charged with attempted murder, criminal threats, and mayhem.
  • Authorities have not yet determined a motive for the attack and are seeking information from the public via an online tip line.
  • The victim remains in critical condition at a local hospital as the investigation continues.