(Pocatello Police Department, February 16, 2026; Cover Image credit: PPD FB)
On February 15, 2026 at approximately 10:06 pm., officers with the Pocatello Police Department responded to the area of 700 block of South Arthur for a report of two women who were stabbed by an unknown male assailant. The male was described as being approximately 5 feet 10 inches tall, short hair, wearing a hat and a dark jacket. We are working on gathering further suspect information. The male ran south on Arthur away from the area. Both women were transported to Portneuf Medical Center for their injuries.
The Pocatello Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance. Anyone with information, surveillance footage in the area of 700 South Arthur is encouraged to contact the Pocatello Police Department at 208-234-6100. The preliminary investigation leads the police to believe this is an isolated incident. If the police obtain information that changes this incident, new information will be released as soon as possible.
The police are currently reviewing the victims cell phone for further information. The police are currently reviewing all evidence, cell phones, surveillance footage, and canvasing the area. We are following up on all leads as the investigation progresses.
The male is considered armed and dangerous. Please do not approach the male and call the police. This incident remains under investigation.
