Attempted Murder Arrest

Last night (11/30/17) just before Midnight we responded to 3563 E Main St (QT Store) reference a stabbing call. Upon arrival, we located an adult female victim who was stabbed in the back with a 6 inch knife. Subsequent investigation revealed, as she was exiting her vehicle to enter the store, the suspect ran out of the shadows behind her and stabbed her in the back. She had no warning and no idea the suspect was behind her when this occurred. She entered the QT with the knife still lodged in her back and collapsed at the front desk.

The suspect ran from the scene toward Val Vista Rd but was observed by the Air Unit fleeing the area. He was contacted by Mesa Police Officers and quickly identified as the suspect due to the clothing and physical description provided. This was confirmed through video surveillance at the QT and he was subsequently arrested. He later admitted to stabbing the victim in the back and using Methamphetamine earlier in the day. The victim does not know the suspect making this a senseless act of violence against her. She is currently in very critical condition at the hospital. The suspect has been identified as 22 Year old James Narcel Heard and he was charged with one count of Attempted Second Degree Murder and one count of Aggravated Assault with a deadly weapon.

We are grateful for the quick response from the Air Unit and the Officers on scene who quickly identified and took this dangerous suspect into custody. Our thoughts are with the victim and we wish her the best in her recovery.