A late-night stabbing in Columbus, Ohio has left one man dead and another facing a murder charge, according to authorities. The violent incident, which occurred Tuesday night, March 10, 2026, has shocked residents in the area as police continue investigating what led to the deadly confrontation at an apartment complex on the city’s west side.
According to the Columbus Division of Police, officers were dispatched around 11:45 p.m. to the 1700 block of Sullivant Avenue after receiving reports of a stabbing. When officers arrived at the scene, they discovered a man suffering from serious stab wounds. Emergency responders immediately provided aid and rushed the victim to a nearby hospital in an effort to save his life.
The victim was later identified by witnesses as Dion Anthony Carter, a man believed to be in his 50s. Despite the quick response from first responders and medical staff, Carter was pronounced dead shortly after arriving at the hospital. His sudden death has left neighbors and those who knew him struggling to process the tragic loss.
Investigators say they quickly identified a suspect in the case and took 63-year-old James Jacobs into custody. Authorities confirmed that Jacobs has been charged with murder in connection with the fatal stabbing. Police have not yet released additional information about the suspect or whether the two men were previously acquainted.
Witnesses at the scene told officers that Carter worked as a maintenance man at the apartment complex where the incident occurred. Some residents reported that the altercation may have started as a dispute over a maintenance issue. However, officials have not confirmed this information and say detectives are still working to determine the exact motive behind the attack.
The investigation remains active as detectives gather evidence and interview witnesses. The Columbus Division of Police is urging anyone with information about the incident to come forward. As the case moves forward, authorities hope to piece together the events that led to the deadly stabbing that has shaken this Columbus community.
