KANSAS CITY —Law enforcement are investigating a deadly stabbing and have arrested the victim's mother.
Just before 2a.m. Tuesday, police were dispatched to the 500 block of Quincy in Kanas City on a reported knife attack, according to Officer Alayna Gonzalez.
At the scene, first responders observed a residence with an open door and several people outside summoning officers to the home.
Officers entered the residence to locate any potential victims and observed a man suffering from apparent stab wounds. Emergency medical aid was immediately given to the victim by responding officers until EMS arrived and transported the him to an area hospital where he was pronounced deceased.
Preliminary investigation indicates the incident may have started over a verbal argument that escalated to violence. A woman, the victim's mother, according to Sheriff Daryl Forte' was identified as a suspect and taken into custody on scene for further questioning.
Detectives are not currently looking for any additional individuals responsible. Homicide detectives and crime scene personnel responded to begin collecting evidence and gather witness statements.This incident is being investigated as a homicide. Police did not release the name of those involved.