- Aug 19, 2025
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A man is recovering after a violent attack in Rochester left one of his hands severed Sunday night, according to police.
Officers responded around 8:20 p.m. to the area of Clifford Avenue and Joseph Avenue after receiving reports of a possible stabbing. When they arrived, they found bystanders already helping the 42-year-old victim.
Police said the man had suffered injuries that severed one of his hands. Officers applied a tourniquet before he was taken to Strong Memorial Hospital for emergency surgery.
Authorities said the victim is expected to survive.
During the investigation, officers searched a nearby apartment and found evidence that indicated shots had been fired. Police also recovered an AR-style rifle and a 12-inch fixed-blade knife.
Investigators have not announced any arrests or released details about what led to the attack.
The investigation remains ongoing. Anyone with information is asked to contact Rochester police.
SAUCE
Officers responded around 8:20 p.m. to the area of Clifford Avenue and Joseph Avenue after receiving reports of a possible stabbing. When they arrived, they found bystanders already helping the 42-year-old victim.
Police said the man had suffered injuries that severed one of his hands. Officers applied a tourniquet before he was taken to Strong Memorial Hospital for emergency surgery.
Authorities said the victim is expected to survive.
During the investigation, officers searched a nearby apartment and found evidence that indicated shots had been fired. Police also recovered an AR-style rifle and a 12-inch fixed-blade knife.
Investigators have not announced any arrests or released details about what led to the attack.
The investigation remains ongoing. Anyone with information is asked to contact Rochester police.
SAUCE
