Crime & Safety

Man Stabbed In Face Over Smoking Argument: Bridgeport PD

The victim sustained a deep slash to his entire face after an argument, police said.

BRIDGEPORT, CT — A city man was arrested after he stabbed his son-in-law in the face over an argument about smoking.

The son-in-law told his father-in-law that he wanted him to stop smoking. Gregory Walker, 53, stabbed the victim after the victim criticized him for smoking near a young child, according to the Connecticut Post.

The stabbing left the victim with a 4-inch deep cut on his face. Walker was charged with first-degree assault and breach of peace. To sign up for Bridgeport breaking news alerts and more, click here.

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