Manhunt Underway For 34-Year-Old Man Accused In Fatal Stabbing: Police

MONTGOMERY COUNTY, MD — A manhunt is underway for a 34-year-old man wanted in connection with a fatal stabbing that took place in the Silver Spring area.

Montgomery County Police identified the wanted man as Ibrahim Joseph Anthony Diebate, of no fixed address.

Authorities say Diebate fatally stabbed 42-year-old Christopher Schuler, of Silver Spring, on the 11300 block of Elkin Street. Police responded to reports of the stabbing shortly after 12 a.m. on Nov. 2.

Schuler was pronounced dead at the scene.

Through the course of the investigation, the department determined Diebate stabbed Schuler multiple times before leaving the scene.

Investigators have not said whether the pair had known one another, or what prompted the fatal encounter.

Diebate, described as being 6-feet, 2-inches tall, 190 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes, is facing a first-degree murder charge.

Police say Diebate may be armed and considered dangerous, adding that anyone who encounters him should not approach and instead call 911.

Anyone with knowledge of Diebate's whereabouts can either file a tip online or by calling 1(866) 411-8477. Tips may remain anonymous and an arrest may be eligible for rewards of $250 to $10,000.