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Suspect Arrested Following Stabbing On Melrose Avenue

LOS ANGELES (CBSLA) — Los Angeles Police Department officers arrested a man in connection with a stabbing that occurred Wednesday afternoon.

Authorities were called to the scene of a reported stabbing at around 2:45 p.m. on North Genesee Avenue and Melrose Avenue and when they arrived, they found a woman suffering from a stab wound to her stomach area.

An incident report from LAPD officers detailed that a man in his 30s fled the scene in a vehicle, and possibly had a child in the backseat.

Officers were able to apprehend the suspect some time later.

The victim's injuries are said to be non-life-threatening.

Los Angeles Police Department Wilshire Watch Commander reported that the incident appears to be a domestic dispute.

This is a developing story. Check back for details. 

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