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Two Arrested After Pokémon Card Line-Cutting Dispute Ends in Stabbing at Colma GameStop

A tip line has been opened by Colma detectives following felony assault charges against two San Francisco men in the July 5 Pokémon card altercation.

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Overview

  • Brought into custody and booked into San Mateo County Jail, Isaiah Calles and Miguel Orellanas-Flores face multiple felony counts, including assault with a deadly weapon, assault causing great bodily injury, battery with serious bodily injury and conspiracy.
  • The victim was hospitalized with life-threatening wounds from multiple stab attacks using shards of a broken mason jar and is now in stable condition.
  • Police used vehicle descriptions and tip-line leads to locate and arrest one suspect under half a mile from the Junipero Serra Boulevard GameStop and the other in Daly City.
  • The Colma Police Department continues its investigation and urges anyone with information to contact its anonymous tip line at 650-997-8321.
  • The stabbing highlights a broader pattern of tensions and violence at high-demand collectible events, driven by surging demand and limited Pokémon card supplies.