Shocking Video Surfaces of Violent Stabbing Incident in Santa Ana

The Santa Ana Police Department is currently investigating a disturbing incident captured on video and circulating on social media. The footage shows a victim being assaulted and stabbed by three suspects in broad daylight.

Details of the Incident

On Tuesday, August 6, 2024, at around 12 p.m., officers responded to a call regarding an assault with a deadly weapon in the area of McFadden Avenue and S. Sullivan Street. Upon arrival, they found the victim lying on the sidewalk with multiple stab wounds to his abdomen.

Suspects Involved

The investigation revealed that the victim was involved in a dispute with the suspects at a public park. During the altercation, all three suspects, armed with knives, attacked and stabbed the victim multiple times in the area of Diamond Street and Fairview Street, just northwest of Jerome Park.

• Andrew Gonzalez (18), Male, Hispanic, 5’08” tall, 160 lbs, black hair, and brown eyes.
• Eyving Vasquez (18), Male, Hispanic, 5’06” tall, 125 lbs, black hair, and brown eyes.
• Jose Mandujanofierros (21), Male, Hispanic, 5’05” tall, 120 lbs, black hair, and brown eyes.

Appeal for Information

Thankfully, the victim is expected to survive. The Santa Ana Police Department is urging anyone with information on the whereabouts of the suspects to contact Detective G. Corona at (714) 245-8429 or email GCorona@santa-ana.org.

What do you think?

• Should social media platforms do more to prevent the spread of violent content?
• Do you think the suspects will be brought to justice?
• What measures can communities take to prevent such incidents?