Man Allegedly Stabs Wife In Domestic Dispute In Santee

SANTEE, CA – A man was arrested after allegedly stabbing his wife in Santee, authorities said.

Travis Haddix and his wife met at the Olive Garden parking lot in Santee to discuss their separation and child custody Monday, according to the San Diego County Sheriff's Department. The discussion became heated and Haddix allegedly attacked the victim, stabbing her four times, according to authorities.

The victim was stabbed twice in the torso, once in her hand, and once in her neck, officials said. Haddix fled the scene before deputies could arrive.

The victim was transported to the hospital for treatment. Authorities said the stab wounds were not life-threatening.

Authorities said Haddix went to a friend's house in the College Area in San Diego, where he was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and later booked into the San Diego Central Jail.

Anyone who witnessed the incident was asked to call the San Diego County Sheriff's Department at 619-956-4000.

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