The Alexandria Police Department is actively searching for a suspect following a violent stabbing incident that occurred early Tuesday morning, September 15, 2026, in the Arlandria neighborhood of Alexandria, Virginia. According to police reports, the incident began around 3:20 a.m. when an unknown male approached a victim who was sleeping on the ground near the Tiger Market parking lot, located at 3903 Mount Vernon Avenue. The suspect allegedly stabbed the victim multiple times before fleeing the scene on foot. Emergency medical services were called to the area around 4:08 a.m. in response to reports of unknown trouble, at which point the victim informed officers that the attack had taken place approximately one to two hours prior. The Alexandria Police Department has classified the incident as a felony aggravated malicious wounding. While the specific severity of the victim's injuries has not been disclosed, the investigation is ongoing. The suspect is described as an adult male between the ages of 20 and 30, weighing approximately 180 pounds, with long dark hair and a fair complexion. Police believe the suspect fled on foot along Mount Vernon Avenue, heading toward Executive Avenue and W. Glebe Road. Authorities are urging the public to remain vigilant and assist in the identification and apprehension of the individual. Anyone with information regarding the suspect's whereabouts or identity is encouraged to contact the APD Criminal Investigations Division Detective Griffin directly at 703-746-6782. The community is asked to share any relevant details that may aid in the resolution of this case.