New Orleans man identified as victim in Bessemer Walmart stabbing tied to dispute – WVTM

One person died after three were stabbed aboard a charter bus parked outside a Walmart in Bessemer on Monday afternoon
The Jefferson County Coroner’s Office identified the person who died as Darryel Sutton, 22, of New Orleans. The coroner said Sutton suffered sharp force injuries during an assault, and his death is being investigated as a homicide.

The stabbing happened around 1:13 p.m. while the bus was parked at the Walmart on Academy Drive during a scheduled lunch and snack break, according to Bessemer police.
Investigators said the bus was carrying event security workers who were returning to New Orleans after working a festival in Manchester, Tennessee. The bus was scheduled to leave at 1:20 p.m.
Sutton had just re-entered the bus and was in the rear section when the stabbing happened. The suspect was already on board

Police said the incident stemmed from an ongoing dispute involving a female coworker. According to investigators, the suspect was interested in the woman, but those feelings were not returned. Police said tensions between the individuals involved had been building for several hours and possibly days before the attack.
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In addition to Sutton’s death, two other people were injured. Police said one victim suffered serious injuries and will require surgery in an effort to restore the use of an arm. A second injured person suffered less severe injuries. Police initially stated that four people in total were stabbed.
A suspect was taken into custody at the scene. Police said they are withholding the suspect’s name and potential charges until a formal evidence review is completed.
The investigation is ongoing.
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