Crime & Safety

East Providence Woman Stabs, Robs Neighbor: Police

Police charged Darlene Defeo, 52, with assault with a deadly weapon.

An East Providence woman was arrested Tuesday night after allegedly stabbing and robbing her neighbor following an argument.

Darlene Defeo, 52, is facing charges of assault with a deadly weapon inside a dwelling and armed robbery, police said.

Defeo reportedly stabbed her 58-year-old neighbor multiple times at around 11:30 p.m.

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The victim was transported to Rhode Island Hospital for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries.

Police said the incident occurred at the Tall Oaks apartment complex on New Road and Defeo stole $200 before climbing through a window.

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