Man stabbed outside Lynnwood store, hospitalized in Seattle

The victim, in his 60s, reportedly had argued with three or four people and then was stabbed.

LYNNWOOD — A man was stabbed and was hospitalized with critical injuries Sunday morning.

The man, described as in his early 60s, was reported with knife wounds around 11:45 a.m. near the entrance of the Fred Meyer at 4615 196th St. SW, according to the Lynnwood Police Department. He may have argued with three or four people when at least one of them stabbed him, witnesses reportedly told police.

The suspects drove away in a silver sedan.

The victim was taken to Harborview Medical Center in Seattle with critical injuries.

Police are seeking information about the incident. Tips can be called in at 425-670-5600.

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