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National Guard Intervenes in D.C. Stabbing Incident

10/18/2025

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Story summary

On October 18, 2025, members of the National Guard intervened in a violent brawl in Southeast Washington, D.C.
Tiana Robinson, 31, was charged with assault after allegedly stabbing Kenneth Evans, 29, in the hand with a 12-inch kitchen knife.
The incident began when Evans and his cousin were followed after leaving a restaurant.
The Metropolitan Police Department is investigating.
The victim was treated at Howard University Hospital.

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Story summary

On October 18, 2025, members of the National Guard intervened in a violent brawl in Southeast Washington, D.C.
Tiana Robinson, 31, was charged with assault after allegedly stabbing Kenneth Evans, 29, in the hand with a 12-inch kitchen knife.
The incident began when Evans and his cousin were followed after leaving a restaurant.
The Metropolitan Police Department is investigating.
The victim was treated at Howard University Hospital.