On September 25, 2026, at approximately 5:30 p.m., DeKalb Police Department officers responded to the 900 block of Ridge Drive for a victim who sustained a stab wound to the neck.
Defendant: Paris M. Craig M/B/41 YOA, DeKalb, Illinois
Charge:
• Attempt First Degree Murder - Felony
• Aggravated Battery - Felony
**All persons are presumed innocent in a court of law until proven guilty**
If you witnessed this incident or have any information that can help with this investigation, please contact the DeKalb Police Department.
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