Mercer Man Makes Pit Bull Attack Resident, Then Stabs Him: Police

MERCER COUNTY, NJ - A Mercer resident used his pit bull to attack another man in Trenton, police said.

Kwadwo Veh Asare, has been charged with criminal attempt to commit murder, aggravated assault (2 counts), unlawful possession of a weapon, possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose, endangering another person, and resisting arrest. Police said Asare also had several active warrants for his arrest.

On July 23, around 10:17 a.m., Trenton police responded to a report of a stabbing in the area of Southard Street and New Willow Street.

On arrival, officers found a man bleeding profusely from a severe laceration to his midriff. According to investigation, Asare was walking his pit bull when he came across the man, whom he knew, and an argument ensued.

Asare then released his pit bull to attack the man and the dog attacked, knocking the man to the ground and biting him, police said.

Asare then ran towards the man during the dog’s attack and stabbed him, police said. The man suffered an 8-inch gash in his midriff, exposing his organs and causing significant blood loss, according to police.

Asare then took control of his dog and fled the scene, while the man sought help nearby.

Officers rendered medical aid to the victim until Trenton Emergency Medical Services arrived and took him to Capital Health Regional Medical Center.

Officers found Asare in the area, without his pit bull, and took him into custody after a foot pursuit.

Anyone with additional information regarding this investigation is asked to contact Detective Sergeant Michael Cipriano at (609) 575-2235.

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