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Police have charged a 21-year-old Puna man in connection with a Saturday night stabbing in Mountain View, according to the Hawaii County Police Department.
Anthony Rescia was charged Sunday with second-degree attempted murder, second-degree assault and two counts of contempt of court. He was scheduled to appear Tuesday in South Hilo District Court.
Police responding to a report of a stabbing at around 11:40 p.m. Saturday found a 21-year-old man who had been stabbed by a suspect, later identified as Rescia, during a confrontation. The victim is currently in stable condition, according to police.
Anyone who may have witnessed the stabbing or has information about it is asked to contact the Hawaii County Police Department at 935-3311.