Lake Wales police are investigating a stabbing that occurred Friday night following a disturbance between two adult women at an apartment complex in the city.
According to information provided by authorities, the incident happened at approximately 8:50 p.m. at an apartment (D2) located at 401 Winston Avenue. Investigators say the disturbance escalated into a physical altercation, during which one woman stabbed the other.
The victim sustained stab wounds and was initially transported by air to a hospital in Lakeland for treatment. Officials later confirmed that the injuries were not life-threatening and that the victim is expected to recover.
The suspect was taken into custody at the scene, and police say there is no ongoing threat to the community or to other residents in the area.
Lake Wales Police Department officers were joined at the scene by Lake Wales Fire Department and Polk County Fire Rescue, who provided medical assistance as they secured the area.
The investigation remains ongoing, and authorities have not released the identities of those involved.
Anyone with additional information related to the incident is encouraged to contact the Lake Wales Police Department.
