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Orlando faces rising concerns over domestic violence after a weekend of violent incidents. A woman stabbed a man during an argument, a son fatally stabbed his father, and a woman was killed by her estranged boyfriend. Community awareness efforts are mounting.
Orlando – A series of violent domestic incidents occurred in Orlando over the weekend, escalating concerns regarding domestic violence in the community. In separate events, a woman was arrested after stabbing a man during an argument, while another instance involved a son fatally stabbing his father. Additionally, a third incident resulted in a woman being killed by her estranged boyfriend, who later died in a crash while fleeing the scene.
The first incident transpired on the evening of Saturday, May 31, 2025, at approximately 8:30 p.m. on the 2600 block of Robert Trent Jones Drive. Authorities reported that the altercation involved a heated argument between a woman and a man, climaxing with the woman stabbing the man. The victim was promptly taken to a local hospital for treatment and is expected to recover from his injuries. The suspect in this case was taken into custody at the scene and has been charged with aggravated assault. As of now, police have not disclosed the identities of those involved, and the investigation is currently ongoing.
In a related incident on Thursday morning, another domestic violence case emerged when Almeb Y. Gebreyohannes was arrested for the stabbing murder of his father, Meb G. Yohan. The event occurred around 6:47 a.m. at their residence at 9456 Candice Court. Upon arrival, law enforcement discovered Yohan with multiple lacerations, and despite immediate medical attention, he was pronounced dead at Orlando Regional Medical Center. Almeb has been charged with Second-Degree Murder with a Weapon. The circumstances leading to the violent altercation remain unclear, but reports reveal that there had been multiple calls to law enforcement regarding domestic violence incidents involving Gebreyohannes and Yohan in the past. Almeb has a previous history of legal troubles, including assaults.
A further incident resulted in the tragic death of Kristin Stevens, 40, who was stabbed to death by her estranged boyfriend, James Christopher Lindsey, 42. This brutal attack occurred late Thursday night after Stevens spent time with another man. Lindsey reportedly fled the scene but later died in a rollover crash while attempting to escape from law enforcement. Investigators indicated that Stevens was stabbed multiple times, with medical examinations confirming more than 50 knife wounds. An individual who intervened to protect Stevens was also stabbed; however, he is expected to survive. Lindsey had a documented history of domestic violence against Stevens, including a recent domestic battery charge. The couple had been in a relationship for 18 years but were never married. Prior to the incident, an injunction had been filed against Lindsey, requiring him to surrender any firearms.
In light of these disturbing events, community members and local organizations have raised awareness regarding domestic violence. A GoFundMe campaign has been launched to provide financial assistance for Stevens’s son and to promote awareness of domestic violence issues in the community. For those experiencing domestic violence, the Florida Domestic Violence Hotline is available at 1-800-799-7233 for support and resources.
The recent incidents highlight ongoing challenges within the realm of domestic violence in Orlando, prompting calls for renewed focus on prevention and support for victims. The police department continues to investigate these cases, urging anyone with information to come forward.
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- WFTV: Orlando Police Investigating Overnight Domestic Stabbing
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- Fox 35 Orlando: Son Arrested in Deadly Stabbing of Father
- Wikipedia: Domestic violence
- WESH: New Details on Murder – Mother Stabbed Dozens of Times
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Domestic Violence
- Law & Crime: Suspended Judge Failed to Monitor Domestic Abuser
- Google News: domestic violence Florida
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