Search for suspect underway after man stabbed with sword in Venice: LAPD

NBC Los Angeles reports that a man was stabbed with a 16-inch sword in Venice on Thursday evening around 6:30 p.m., with suspect Justin Tucker, 29, identified by LAPD and still at large. The victim was hospitalized; his condition is unspecified. The article cites LAPD as the primary source for suspect identification and incident details, includes a statement from Venice Community Housing acknowledging the incident, and quotes an anonymous resident expressing safety concerns—representing solid local news sourcing with named officials. Independent search results from West Side Current and AOL corroborate the basic facts (suspect name, weapon type, Rose Avenue location) and add detail that the victim's arm was nearly severed, suggesting the injury severity may be underreported in this NBC account. Monitor LAPD's progress locating Tucker and any updates on the victim's condition, as well as potential follow-up coverage on safety issues at supportive housing facilities in the area, which Councilmember Park's office indicated is an ongoing concern.