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Santa Clara Police Fatally Shoot Suspected Stabber After Reported Home Attack

A joint review by city police with the county district attorney is underway, with an update expected Thursday.

Overview

  • Officers responded at 6:18 a.m. to a residence on the 1800 block of Eisenhower Drive for a reported stabbing.
  • Police say officers encountered a suspect inside the home and an officer-involved shooting occurred.
  • The suspected assailant was taken to a hospital and later pronounced dead; the person has not been identified.
  • The stabbing victim was hospitalized for treatment, and the involved officer was not injured.
  • Authorities reported no ongoing threat to the public and released no further operational details pending the inquiry.