The Merced Police Department is seeking the public’s help in locating a juvenile suspect wanted in connection with a fatal stabbing that occurred on September 3, 2024, at approximately 8:31 p.m. in the 3900 block of Alviso Drive.

Police say the victim suffered multiple puncture wounds to the left side of his upper torso and tragically succumbed to his injuries at a Modesto hospital.

Witnesses have identified the juvenile suspect, who was involved in an altercation with the victim while he was sitting in his vehicle.

Detectives are urging anyone with information to come forward and contact Detective Saldivar at 209-388-7735 or sa*******@ci**********.org.