Man charged with attempted homicide following Gainesville stabbing

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Peter A. Thompson, 35, was charged with attempted homicide after stabbing a person in Gainesville on Friday morning.
The victim was hospitalized with potentially life-threatening injuries as police continue their investigation at the 3500 block of SW Archer Road.

A Gainesville man was arrested Friday morning after he stabbed a person in the 3500 block of SW Archer Road.

Peter A. Thompson. Alachua County Jail — Alachua County Jail Peter A. Thompson

According to a Gainesville Police Department (GPD) release, detectives have charged Peter A. Thompson, 35, with attempted homicide following a stabbing Friday in Gainesville.

The victim was transported to a local hospital with potentially life-threatening injuries.

Officers are continuing to investigate the incident and residents and motorists should expect an increased law enforcement presence in the area as the investigation continues.

Thompson is in custody and is being interviewed by detectives.

Additional information will be released as it becomes available.

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