Suspect in deadly Chicago stabbing arrested in California, police say

The Brief

  • Carlos Ochoa-Ynaga, 49, was arrested in Riverside, California, in connection with a deadly stabbing in Chicago.
  • He is charged with first-degree murder in the Sept. 21, 2025, killing of a 34-year-old man on West Diversey Avenue.
  • Ochoa-Ynaga was extradited to Chicago after his arrest.

CHICAGO A Chicago man accused in a deadly stabbing last year was arrested in California, authorities said.

What we know:

Carlos Ochoa-Ynaga, 49, was arrested Wednesday in the 4000 block of West Orange Street in Riverside, California, according to Chicago police.

He is charged with one felony count of first-degree murder. Police also confirmed a warrant had been issued for his arrest.

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