Police arrest a man for stabbing in downtown San Luis Obispo

SAN LUIS OBISPO, Calif. – The San Luis Obispo Police Department has made an arrest in a stabbing that took place in Mission Plaza on Thursday evening.

The department started getting reports of a man who had been stabbed in the area of Mission Plaza in downtown San Luis Obispo just before 5:20 p.m.

Responding officers located the victim and began providing first aid until paramedics arrived. 

Investigating officers spoke with several witnesses that directed them towards Mission Plaza. Police say a blood trail was located and led officers to the suspect who was identified as 61-year-old Samuel Greene.

Greene was interviewed by officers and was arrested for assault with a deadly weapon. Police say he had possession of the knife used in the assault when they found him.

Police say witnesses told them the victim started a physical fight with Greene just before the stabbing took place. Further investigation is taking place to determine if charges against the victim will be requested.

The victim was transported by ambulance to a local hospital and is being treated for non-life-threatening injuries.