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Kandilaria Freeman, a 33-year-old woman from San Diego, has been arrested following a fatal stabbing incident at the Escondido Transit Center. The victim was found bleeding and later died at the hospital. An investigation is underway, with police seeking public assistance for information related to the case. Freeman is currently held without bail on murder charges.
Escondido, California – A 33-year-old woman from San Diego, Kandilaria Freeman, has been arrested in connection with a fatal stabbing that took place at the Escondido Transit Center early Saturday morning, August 16, 2025. The incident left one man dead and prompted a swift investigation by local authorities.
The Escondido Police Department received an emergency call around 8 a.m. reporting a man down and bleeding in the 700 block of West Valley Parkway. Police officers arrived at the scene shortly after receiving the call and immediately commenced first aid on the victim. He was transported to Palomar Medical Center for treatment but unfortunately succumbed to his injuries shortly after arrival. The identity of the victim has not yet been made public as authorities continue to notify next of kin.
Following the stabbing, Kandilaria Freeman was taken into custody just hours later by detectives conducting the investigation. She has been booked into the Vista Detention Facility and faces serious charges, including murder. Due to a probation violation, Freeman is currently held without bail.
As part of the ongoing investigation, police officers are diligently collecting evidence from the scene, including blood and clothing materials related to the incident. The Escondido Police Department is actively encouraging anyone with additional information or details about the stabbing to reach out to them. Reports can be made by contacting the Escondido Police Department at 760-839-4722 or Detective Greg Clark at 760-839-4450.
Fatal stabbings are a rare occurrence in Escondido, which has been working diligently to address public safety concerns in recent years. Local law enforcement stresses the importance of community cooperation in such investigations, as tips from the public can often lead to swift resolutions to incidents that threaten the peace of the city.
The investigation into this tragic event continues, with detectives following leads and gathering further evidence as they seek to piece together the circumstances surrounding the stabbing. As the story develops, more information regarding the victim and the motives behind the altercation may emerge.
Residents are urged to keep an eye out for updates from the police department as they work through the investigation, reinforcing the critical role of community vigilance and cooperation in maintaining safety and security in the area.
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- CBS 8: San Diego Woman Arrested in Fatal Stabbing in Escondido
- Wikipedia: Escondido, California
- NBC San Diego: Fatal Stabbing Escondido Transit Center
- Google Search: Escondido Transit Center stabbing
- Times of San Diego: Woman in Custody in Connection with Escondido Stabbing Death
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Escondido
- Fox 5 San Diego: Man Stabbed to Death at Escondido Bus Station
- Google News: Escondido stabbing
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