MARIANNA — Authorities have arrested one man they suspect was part of a convenience store stabbing while another man is still wanted in connection with the incident, according to a news release.
Emerson Young, of Greenwood, was arrested Tuesday in connection with the stabbing at the Chipola Mart, 4195 Lafayette St. Police still are searching for another man they believe to have wielded the blade in the stabbing, and have issued a arrest warrant for Kirk Lamar Oliver, of Malone, Marianna Police Department officials reported.
The victim remains in serious condition, officials said.
After the victim entered the ER of Jackson Hospital on Saturday at about 9:15 p.m. with life threatening injuries, police reviewed the store’s security video. It showed the victim had been stabbed multiple times in the parking lot in front of the business.
On Monday both suspects were identified and arrest warrants were obtained.
Young was arrested and charged with principal to attempted second-degree murder. Oliver is still at large and is being sought for the charge of attempted second-degree murder.
Anyone who may have information regarding this case, especially the whereabouts of Oliver, is asked to contact the Marianna Police Department at 850-526-3125 or call Chipola Crimestoppers at (850)-526-5000 to remain anonymous.