Fatal Brewerytown Stabbing Suspect Identified: Philly Police

PHILADELPHIA — Police have identified the attacker who fatally stabbed a woman and injured another in Philadelphia's Brewerytown section.

According to police, Tianna Thomas, 19, is wanted for murder, attempted murder, aggravated assault, and other charges in connection with a double stabbing that occurred at 11:40 p.m. Monday on at 1502 N. 29th streets in the Brewerytown section of the city.

An arrest warrant has been issued for Thomas.

Shawntae Garrison, 23, died after being stabbed multiple times in her back, chest, and leg. Her sister Tayshawn Lawton, 28, was stabbed multiple times but survived, police said.

Police said the attack stemmed from a neighborhood dispute and that seven other women may be charged in connection with the attack. Police said their cooperation could help them avoid or reduce any potential charges filed

Video of the attack shows two of those women and Thomas leave 1507 N. 29th street, as well as another group of five women who pulled up to 29th and Jefferson.

The group approached the victims and others and an altercation broke out.

Police allege the footage shows Thomas stabbing Garrison multiple times as Garrison was on the ground. The video also shows Thomas stabbing Lawton, police allege.

Police said witnesses in the area corroborated what was seen on the video footage.

Authorities are working to identify the other women involved.

Anyone with information should contact police at (215) 686-8477.