The quick thinking of Fond du Lac Police Officers saved the life of a 51-year-old woman.
The Fond du Lac Police Department was called to a residence on Harrison Place for a welfare check just before 8:00 Saturday evening.
The first officer on scene was advised that an individual inside was armed with a knife and may have already stabbed someone.
Screams were heard coming from inside the residence, leading to several officers quickly forcing entry to the apartment, locating the suspect, and safely taking him into custody.
A 51-year-old woman was found to be suffering from severe injuries, so officers provided life-saving care, including the application of several tourniquets to control the bleeding.
She was stabilized until paramedics could arrive to get her to a local hospital. The 24-year-old male suspect, who was reported to be the victim’s son, was taken to the Fond du Lac County Jail.
Police Chief Aaron Goldstein praised the officers, saying, “The actions of the responding Officers, hearing those calls for help, forcing entry into a dangerous and uncertain environment, stopping the violence, and providing critical medical care reflect an unwavering commitment to protecting life and serving this community when it matters most.”
