Teen partygoer jailed in stabbing case

HOLLAND, Mich. (WOOD) - An 18-year-old male is accused of stabbing a man and assaulting a woman at a party.

Nicholas Garza from Holland was arraigned Tuesday on charges of assault with intent to do great bodily harm. His bond was set at $200,000.

Detectives are still working on this case to determine exactly what occurred and whether other suspects may have been involved. 

Holland Department of Public Safety personnel were dispatched at 2:27 a.m. Monday to 116 1/2 W. 13th Street.

Officers arrived and saw a 21-year-old man from the Holland area suffering from numerous stab wounds in his head and chest.

Holland Fire Division personnel also responded and treated the stabbing victim for his injuries. He was taken to Holland Community Hospital and later transferred to a Spectrum Health hospital in Grand Rapids where he underwent surgery. He is in serious condition.

Police determined a fight occurred between the victim and the suspect.

The apartment's resident, a 20-year-old woman, told police the suspect struck her in the head during the altercation.

Police were able to identify a suspect, track him down at a residence at 44 E. 15th Street shortly thereafter and take him into custody.

Witnesses who have more information about this case are asked to call police at 616. 355.1100 or 616.355.1150, or email them at policetips@cityofholland.com, or call Silent Observer at 1.877.887.4536.