OAK RIDGE, Tenn. (WATE) — An Oak Ridge man faces charges of attempted first-degree murder as a person remains in critical condition, police said.
The Oak Ridge Police Department responded to a reported assault in the area of East Newkirk Lane just after 4 p.m. Friday, police said. When they arrived, the officers found a victim with “life-threatening injuries,” a spokesperson said. The victim was taken to a hospital and remains in critical condition, ORPD said Saturday evening.
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After investigating, ORPD said it identified Jacob Paul Yugo, 34, of Oak Ridge, as a potential suspect. He was taken into custody and is being held at the Anderson County Detention Facility. He faces the following charges:
- Attempted first-degree murder
- Aggravated assault
- Tampering with evidence
The investigation is ongoing. ORPD said that anyone with information should call the police at (865) 425-4399…