Incident at AC Brase Arena private event serves as a safety reminder

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) — Following a stabbing incident at a private event at the AC Brase Arena over the weekend. Cape Girardeau officials are reassuring residents about the safety of the city’s parks.

On Sunday night around 10 p.m., police responded to a report at the AC Brase Arena. Officers later discovered that a person had been stabbed multiple times during an altercation. The suspect fled the scene and remains in the wind according to the Cape Girardeau police department.

While the situation occurred during a private event, the Cape Girardeau Police Department remind everyone that safety across the city is the top priority.

“We have no concerns at all about the safety of our parks,” said Bobby Newton, public information officer for Cape Girardeau. “Our officers patrol them as much as they can. It’s always wise to use good common sense, as far as, being aware of your surroundings and whos around you.”

For residents like Pat and Eldon Fornkohl, the city’s parks continue to hold a soft spot in their heart.

“Yeah, it does feel like a good, safe spot,” said Pat, as they spent time outdoors enjoying the spring weather with their family. “They’ve got lots of different areas to play. It gives the kids a variety of things to do.”

They have been visiting this park for many years.

“When I was about seven, my grandma used to bring me here,” said Pat. “They had the big metal slide and the wooden swings.” “Now we’ve got five kids, and they all played league sports out here. It’s a special place for us.” said Eldon

Newton encouraged anyone who may see suspicious activity to report it immediately.

“You can contact the police department directly or use our mobile app to report anonymously,” he said.

The investigation into the stabbing at the AC Brase Arena is ongoing. Police ask anyone with information to report it.