Woman Arrested In Stabbing Case
- 01/22/26
On January 21, 2026, at about 8:30 p.m., the Grants Pass Police Department received a 911 call at a residence in the 1000 block of NE A Street. The 911 calltakers heard a disturbance in the background while on the phone with the resident. Patrol units responded to the scene and discovered the 39-year-old male had been stabbed in the upper body. Grants Pass Fire/Rescue and American Medical Response personnel responded to provide medical treatment before transporting the male to Three Rivers Medical Center. The male had significant injuries and is expected to recover.
Due to the seriousness of the case, the Grants Pass Major Crimes Unit assumed responsibility for the investigation around 9:00 p.m. The detectives worked throughout the night until past 5:00 am to ensure a timely and effective investigation. As a result of their work, Heidi Smith, a 42-year-old female, was taken into custody. She was lodged at the Josephine County Jail for Assault in the 2nd Degree and Unlawful Use of a Weapon.
Further inquiries about this case should be directed to the Josephine County District Attorney's Office. The Grants Pass Police Department will not be releasing any further information about the victim at this time.
Woman Arrested In Stabbing Case
- 01/22/26
On January 21, 2026, at about 8:30 p.m., the Grants Pass Police Department received a 911 call at a residence in the 1000 block of NE A Street. The 911 calltakers heard a disturbance in the background while on the phone with the resident. Patrol units responded to the scene and discovered the 39-year-old male had been stabbed in the upper body. Grants Pass Fire/Rescue and American Medical Response personnel responded to provide medical treatment before transporting the male to Three Rivers Medical Center. The male had significant injuries and is expected to recover.
Due to the seriousness of the case, the Grants Pass Major Crimes Unit assumed responsibility for the investigation around 9:00 p.m. The detectives worked throughout the night until past 5:00 am to ensure a timely and effective investigation. As a result of their work, Heidi Smith, a 42-year-old female, was taken into custody. She was lodged at the Josephine County Jail for Assault in the 2nd Degree and Unlawful Use of a Weapon.
Further inquiries about this case should be directed to the Josephine County District Attorney's Office. The Grants Pass Police Department will not be releasing any further information about the victim at this time.
