Ubpdate on Stabbing

News Release from: Gresham Police Dept
UBPDATE ON STABBING
Posted: March 6th, 2010 9:47 AM
Photo/sound file: http://www.flashalertnewswire.net/images/news/2010-03/1278/James_Drysdale.jpg (Drysdale)

GRESHAM POLICE INVESTIGATING A STABBING

RELEASE DATE: March 5, 2010
CONTACT PERSON: Sgt Rick Wilson
CASE NUMBER: 10-2559

On March 5, 2010 at 6:04 pm Gresham Police were called to a disturbance at 120 SE 188th #12. Upon arrival they found a male adult with multiple stab wounds. He was taken by ambulance to Emmanuel where he is currently in surgery. His condition is unknown at this time and his name will not be released until family members are notified. A male suspect at the scene is being detained for questioning by Detectives. There are no other persons of interest in this matter. The investigation is ongoing and information will be released as I get it.

UPDATE

The victim in last nights stabbing is still not being identified because family has yet to be notified. The victim made it through surgery and is expected to survive. He is still at Emmanuel in what is described as stable condition. JAMES DRYSDALE 60 years old of Beavercreek has been arrested and is currently lodged at MCDC on the following charges:

Attempted Murder bail $250,000.00
Assault I bail $250,000.00

Their relationship and the motive are unknown at this time. The investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information in this matter is encouraged to call the Gresham Police at 503-618-2719.

Sgt. Richard Wilson
Pager 503-301-5182

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