BALTIMORE, MD — A 25-year-old woman has been arrested and charged in connection with a fatal stabbing that occurred early Sunday in the city’s Northeast District, according to the Baltimore Police Department.
Karin Redfern was taken into custody June 1 following the death of 26-year-old Demetri Briscoe. Investigators allege Redfern was involved in a physical altercation with Briscoe that led to the stabbing.
The incident began around 2:04 a.m. in the 3000 block of Westfield Avenue, where police responded to a report of an armed person. Officers located signs of a crime scene but no victim at the location.
Shortly afterward, authorities were alerted that a man suffering from a stab wound had arrived at a nearby hospital. Despite emergency medical efforts, the victim — later identified as Briscoe — was pronounced dead.
Redfern was transported to the Central Booking Intake Facility, where she was charged with first- and second-degree murder.
Investigation points to fight that escalated into fatal attack
Police say the stabbing occurred during a confrontation on Westfield Avenue, and Briscoe was driven to the hospital after being wounded. The investigation remains active as detectives continue reviewing evidence.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Homicide detectives at (410) 396-2100 or submit tips anonymously to Metro Crime Stoppers at 1-866-7LOCKUP.
