Suspect Wanted in Connection to Non-Fatal Stabbing Arrested

Final Post:

The suspect wanted in connection to last night’s non-fatal stabbing on Thorndike Street has been arrested. Russell Giacchetto was arrested tonight by the Cambridge Police at his residence after officers received a tip. He will be charged with Assault and Battery with a Dangerous Weapon.

Updated Post: 

Tactical Officers with the Cambridge Police Department entered the Thorndike Street residence that was initially believed to have contained the barricaded suspect wanted in connection to tonight’s non-fatal stabbing. The residence was thoroughly searched and the suspect was not located inside. An active investigation into the whereabouts of the suspect is ongoing. He has been identified as Russell Giacchetto, 51, from Cambridge (pictured). Anyone with any possible information on Giachetto’s whereabouts are asked to call the Cambridge Police at 617-349-3300. For information on how to submit tips anonymously via phone, email, or text message, please visit www.CambridgePolice.org/Tips

Original Post: 

Cambridge Police are currently in the area of Thorndike Street and Sciarappa Street for an active barricade situation. Officers initially responded to the area after 6 p.m. following reports of a stabbing. A male victim had fled a residence after suffering what are believed to be non-life threatening injuries following the stabbing. He was transported to a local hospital for further treatment. Once officers quickly arrived on-scene, they learned that the male suspect - who remains inside the residence - may have access to a firearm. Out of abundance of caution, police have closed the streets in the immediate area. Negotiators and tactical officers are on scene. Residents are asked to avoid the immediate area as officers attempt to communicate with the suspect and peacefully deescalate and resolve the situation.