Update by the Santa Barbara Rescue Mission
June 10, 2022
The stabbing occurred outside of Rescue Mission property, and it was under the overpass on Calle Cesar Chavez where the incident occurred.
Thankfully, the victim was able to come to us for immediate attention. Our homeless guest services staff handled the situation by contacting the police, and Public Health happened to be on the premises to address the medical emergency.
By Scanner Andrew
4:30 p.m., June 9, 2022
Police are on scene for a stabbing that occurred at the Rescue Mission on Yanonali Street.
The two key words . . . “Rescue Mission”. Based on Christianity. The first time I became homeless, I use to go there every night, and believe you me, many of them were heavy drug users, heavy alcohol drinkers, and many with serious mental issues. For me that was a horrible experience to be surrounded by these individuals. I use to work, rent a home, pay my bills, and have a good social life.