Three suffer stab wounds, one critically injured, after altercation in Fairhaven

FAIRHAVEN — The Fairhaven Police Department is investigating a stabbing incident that occurred late Sunday night.

At approximately 10:15 p.m., Fairhaven Police responded to a report of a stabbing that occurred outside of a home on Cherry Street following an altercation.

During the incident, three people suffered knife wounds. One victim was critically injured.

At the scene, Fairhaven Police located a firearm that was carried by the suspect. A search for the suspect is underway. 

A preliminary investigation has determined the incident was not a random act. The victims and suspect are known to each other.

Fairhaven Police and Massachusetts State Police are investigating, but Fairhaven Police believe this was an isolated incident and there is no ongoing danger to the public.