A 15-year-old was arrested for the stabbing of another teen in Central Florida.
The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office arrested the 15-year-old in connection with the stabbing of another juvenile after deputies recently responded to the 7-Eleven located at 2371 E Shell Point Road, south of Tampa.
After reports of a stabbing, deputies arrived and they found a juvenile victim with a stab wound to his arm. Deputies rendered aid and applied a tourniquet. The victim was transported to a local hospital.
Through investigative means, detectives learned that a fight involving a group of teenagers occurred on the sidewalk along Shell Point Road, which resulted in the victim being stabbed.
Following leads, detectives identified 15-year-old Stephon Roundtree as the suspect in the stabbing. Deputies located and detained him a short distance away.
According to local law enforcement, Roundtree was arrested and charged with Attempted Murder in the Second Degree with a Weapon.
“Violence of any kind has no place in our community. We will always act swiftly and decisively to hold those responsible accountable,” said Hillsborough County Sheriff Chad Chronister. “I want to thank our deputies for their fast response and lifesaving actions on scene. Their quick thinking made the difference for this young victim.”
