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Siblings arrested after stabbing investigation leads to SWAT standoff in West El Paso
By Jocelyn Flores at KTSM 9 News (NBC)
· June 22, 2026
· 1 min read
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- Three people were arrested following a stabbing investigation that began on Saturday, June 20, in far East El Paso , according to the El Paso County Sheriff's Office. Shortly before 9 p.m. on Saturday, deputies were dispatched to a grocery store at the 14700 block of Monta...
Key takeaway on Saturday, deputies were dispatched to a grocery store at the 14700 block of Monta...
Why this matters in The El Paso
The recent stabbing investigation and subsequent SWAT standoff in West El Paso raises concerns about public safety in the city's various neighborhoods. Although the incident originated in far East El Paso, the fact that it led to a standoff in West El Paso shows that violent situations can spread across different areas of the city. The El Paso County Sheriff's Office was involved in the investigation, which resulted in the arrest of three people, including siblings. This incident may lead to increased police presence in both East and West El Paso, as authorities work to prevent similar incidents and ensure resident safety. The grocery store where the stabbing was reported, located on Montana Avenue, is a hub of community activity, and the incident may have caused concern among local residents who frequent the area.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: KTSM 9 News (NBC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- Three people were arrested following a stabbing investigation that began on Saturday, June 20, in far East El Paso, according to the El Paso County Sheriff's Office. Shortly before 9 p.m. on Saturday, deputies were dispatched to a grocery store at the 14700 block of Monta...
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