Man arrested on assault charges in Nevada, Missouri

Christopher Blake

A Nevada man has been arrested in connection to an assault involving the use of an edged weapon in Nevada. Nevada Police Department Officials say, 28 year old Christopher Blake has been arrested on assault charges in Nevada.

Officials say, Nevada PD responded to a call of a disturbance with a reported knifing in the 300 block of East Allison Street in Nevada. Reports indicate, on arrival, officers found an injured 46 year old male victim suffering from a stab wound on his upper left arm. The victim alleged a personal dispute escalated into the knife attack, with the victim identifying Blake as the suspect. A short time later, Blake was located in his residence in the 1400 block of North Ash, where he was taken into custody without incident. Blake is charged with assault in the 2nd degree, unlawful use of a weapon, and armed criminal action.

He is being held in the Vernon County Jail. Bond has been set at $15,000.00 cash or surety.