FAIRFAX, Va. — A Fairfax County man is now in custody after allegedly stabbing his mother in Lorton Friday afternoon.
According to the Fairfax County Police Department, Jorge Andres Esquivel Rivera, 27, of Lorton, fled to Florida after the stabbing.
Florida Highway Patrol arrested him Friday night.
Police said the initial stabbing took place in the 9200 block of Cardinal Forest Lane in Lorton.
The victim was taken to an area hospital with life-threatening injuries. She remains hospitalized.
Esquivel Rivera will be extradited back to Fairfax County.
Police ask anyone with relevant information to call 703-246-7800 (select option 2). Anonymous tips can also be sent through the Crime Solvers bureau by calling 1-866-411-8477.
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Since 1989, the month has been used as a time to acknowledge domestic survivors and be a voice for its victims.
"Domestic Violence refers to a pattern of abusive behaviors used by one person to gain power and control over another in a close or intimate relationship," Fairfax County Police explained in a release Thursday. "These behaviors can be physical, emotional, psychological, financial, or sexual in nature and can cause significant harm, fear, and trauma for the victim. Domestic Violence is a widespread issue affecting millions globally."
If you, or someone you know, is dealing with domestic abuse there is help available. Call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 800-799-7233 or text START to 88788. Help is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
