NEWS RELEASE- El Paso County Sheriff’s Office Investigates Fatal Stabbing

EL PASO, TEXAS - January 5, 2025 - The El Paso County Sheriff's Office Major Crimes Unit is currently investigating a stabbing that resulted in the death of a female victim early this morning at approximately 3:30 a.m. at 600 block of Zinc Place in El Paso County, Texas.

Upon arrival, deputies discovered the victim with a stab wound to the neck. She was immediately transported to Del Sol Medical Center for medical treatment, but tragically succumbed to her injuries.

The suspect, identified as Jorge Albert Chavez, was seen leaving the residence shortly after the incident. With the collaborative efforts of the Texas Rangers and the Reeves County Sheriff's Office, authorities were able to locate the suspect traveling on Interstate 20. The suspect was apprehended and taken into custody without incident.

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