Longmont Man Stabs Brother In Fight Over Dog

LONGMONT, CO - A 31-year-old man died from his injuries at Longmont United Hospital Monday after he was stabbed by his younger brother, Daniel Lopez, during an argument. The brothers were arguing over a dog which had been stabbed earlier in the day, according to a press release from the Longmont Police Department. The dog, found in the brothers' home on South Francis Street, was also deceased.

Longmont Police responded to a call at 11:34 a.m. Monday about a fight in the 300 block of South Francis Street. While in transit, they received word that one of the victims had been stabbed.

Daniel Lopez was arrested at the scene, and a knife related to the stabbing was found nearby. He was transported to Longs Peak Hospital for injuries associated with a dog bite. The name of his deceased brother has not been released.

Longmont Police's Patrol and Detective Division is handling the investigation. Anyone who is a witness or may have information about this incident is asked to contact the Longmont Police Department as soon as possible at 303-651-8501.

Photo of Daniel Lopez courtesy Longmont Police, Fire, and OEM.