East Washington Man Arrested In City Stabbing

February 3, 2025 2:38 am

Police have arrested 62-year-old Lawrence Martin of East Washington Borough in connection with a stabbing at the Exxon on Ridge Avenue in Washington Thursday night. Authorities say they were called after the male victim walked into UPMC Washington Hospital, claiming to have been stabbed. The victim, whose name has not been released, was transferred to a Pittsburgh hospital for treatment of his injuries.  Police did not say how serious the injuries were.  Martin faces multiple charges, including aggravated assault and recklessly endangering another person.  He was taken to the Washington County Jail and is awaiting a preliminary hearing.