Man Stabbed To Death In Martinez Thursday; Suspect Sought
At approximately 5:09pm Thursday the Martinez Police Department received numerous emergency calls reporting a man believed to have been stabbed and down in front of a residence on Francis Court in Martinez.
Responding officers located a victim, subsequently identified as Todd Stewart, 68, on the ground with apparent stab wounds. Fire and medical personnel responded but Stewart was declared deceased at the scene, police said.
Martinez police detectives responded to the scene along with crime scene investigators from the Contra Costa County Sheriff’s Office.
They determined the suspect fled the scene in a Cadillac SUV (pictured below).
Screenshot of a Cadillac SUV used in a homicide in Martinez Thursday. MPD photo.
The investigation is active and anyone with information is encouraged to contact Detective Dominguez at (925) 372-3451 or at cdominguez@cityofmartinez.org.
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He looks like police!
Only to the extent that he’s got some pseudo tactical gear.
Gloves.
How very disturbing. Hopefully the photos will help lead to an apprehension.
Did anyone hear anything? Apparently there were cameras
Here’s hoping for a swift resolution – condolences to his friend and family.
Any update on description?
Nothing official yet, Marian…
Paper temp covering the license plate, a well planned out attack.
FPK 11R
It is a paper plate covering the license plate, and the way he’s dressed in Aug. shows he went there to do what he did. Who wears gloves in the heat.
We are very concerned by this news, express our sorrow over the loss of this man, and hope police find the man responsible soon.
More information please. We’re all a little nervous.
I wouldn’t be too concerned, this does not look like the average street crime,
this was planned for a specific person.
Firestone 11R
First murder in Martinez this year?
Yessir.
seems like something more than your random street crime. hope we get some answers soon.
Not the kind of thing you expect to have happen in Martinez. Please keep us updated.
KTVU posted graphic video of the attack.
Firestone 11R
So he’s a random burglar into military cosplay who just happened to pass by an open garage and he sees something he wants? And kills the man who tries to stop him?
Why are we just hearing about these Orinda burglaries?
Keep digging. There are still some gaps to fill.
You bet, Paula…