Man charged after slashing co-workers throat

Monday, October 12, 2026 at 6:59 AM

A man is facing attempted murder and weapons charges after Saratoga Springs police say he slashed a coworker’s throat while she was driving him home Friday night. Police say 36-year-old David Cruz Torres was detained after the vehicle crashed into a Lake Avenue business. The victim was taken to Saratoga Hospital and later airlifted to […]

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