Two Arrested After Early Morning Stabbing and Bicycle Theft

A 61 year old man riding a bicycle was confronted, stabbed, and had his bicycle taken in an early morning armed robbery near S. Fourth Avenue and W. Fifth Street, the Yuma Police Department said in a press release reported by KYMA. The incident occurred at about 12:20 a.m. and the victim was transported to Onvida Health with non life threatening injuries.

Officers pursued suspects on foot following the attack and used a department drone to assist in locating and apprehending the individuals, according to the press release. An 18 year old man was booked into the Yuma County Adult Detention Center on multiple felonies. A 15 year old boy was booked into the Juvenile Justice Center on similar charges. Authorities have not released additional details about the specific felony counts or the identities of the suspects pending notification of family and ongoing investigative procedures.

The case has immediate implications for residents and visitors who use bicycles and walk Downtown during late night hours. The location near S. Fourth Avenue and W. Fifth Street is within the central Yuma area where commercial activity and foot traffic can extend into the late evening. Local law enforcement activity and the presence of an active investigation may affect traffic and foot routes while officers continue to gather evidence.

The involvement of an adult and a juvenile in the alleged attack illustrates how cases may follow different legal pathways. The adult suspect will proceed through the adult criminal justice system at the county detention center, while the juvenile will be processed through juvenile court procedures at the Juvenile Justice Center. Booking records noted multiple felonies for the adult arrestee and similar charges for the juvenile, which can carry significant legal consequences if charges are sustained.

Police use of an aerial drone in the response is notable for Yuma and reflects a broader trend in law enforcement toward integrating technology for search and scene management. Drones can expand officers visual reach during foot pursuits and searches, yet their use also prompts questions about privacy and deployment policies that communities increasingly expect departments to address.

The Yuma Police Department reported the arrests in a press release and KYMA published details on November 12, 2025. The investigation remains active, and residents concerned about safety or with information relevant to the case are encouraged to follow updates from local authorities. For the community, the episode raises familiar concerns about nighttime safety and the importance of vigilance, particularly for older adults who travel by bicycle after dark.