Sep 06, 2023

Kan. man accused of attempted murder, theft for violent attack

Posted Sep 06, 2023 3:00 PM
DeLeon-photo Reno Co.
DeLeon-photo Reno Co.

RENO COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a violent knife attack and have a suspect in custody.

On Tuesday morning, police responded to report of a stabbing at 16th and Plum in Hutchinson, according to a media release.

First responders found one victim with multiple stab wounds. EMS transported the victim to Hutchinson Regional Medical Center and later to St. Francis in Wichita for treatment of their injuries. The victim was reported in stable condition.

The investigation revealed there was an argument between the victim and 25-year-old Felipe Augustine Deleon, which ended with him stabbing the victim multiple times.

Deleon also allegedly battered the victim on Monday night.

 Police arrested Deleon and he in in custody at the Reno County Correctional Facility on requested charge of Attempted 1st Degree Murder and Theft.