1.13.2012/1:00am   Homicide   200 S. Tancahua   1201130007

Early this morning officers were called to the 200 block of S. Tancahua after witnesses heard unusual noises coming from the residence. When they arrived they located an 88-year-old woman bleeding from what appeared to be stab wounds; she was not responsive but had a pulse. Medics transported her to the hospital in critical condition.

Officers at the scene were informed that a light complected male subject, either Hispanic or White, was seen running from the apartment shortly before the victim was located. Witnesses described the individual as clean-shaven with a shaved head, 5′ 8″ to 5′ 10″ in height, 150-170 lbs.

While investigators were still at the crime scene they learned that the victim had succumbed to her injuries at the hospital.

Investigators with the Robbery/Homicide Unit are asking for the public’s assistance in this senseless act of violence. If anyone has any information about this Homicide please call Detective J.T. Smith or Detective R. Lee at 886-2781 or 886-2858, or if you wish to remain anonymous you can call Crime Stoppers at 888-TIPS, or log on at www.888tips.com the information you provide could earn you a cash reward.