Around 1 AM this morning deputies responded to the report of a stabbing that occurred in the area of Phipps Ln NE/Beverly Ave NE in Salem. Deputies quickly provided medical aid to the victim who was transported to a nearby hospital. The victim is in stable condition and sustained non-life threatening injuries. Deputies and Salem Police Officers were able to contain the suspect inside a nearby residence. The Marion County SWAT team was activated and responded to the scene. Negotiators worked to establish communication with the suspect and residents inside the home for about four hours.
Just before 5 AM the suspect surrendered peacefully and was taken into custody for the following charges: Assault II and Unlawful Use of a Weapon. He has been identified as Diego Guajardo 21 of Albany.
Thank you to the Salem Police Department and Marion County UAS team for your assistance during this incident.
