Travis James Obituary – Early Saturday in the Elm City, an argument took a tragic turn. At approximately 1:09 a.m., hospital staff alerted the police about a victim who had arrived seeking medical attention for a gunshot wound. However, upon further examination, it was determined that the victim had sustained a stab wound and not a gunshot injury.
The victim, identified as Travis James from New Haven, had been brought to the hospital by a private vehicle. It was revealed that James had argued with an unidentified individual at Sam’s Mart on Whalley Avenue. The situation escalated, resulting in James being stabbed. Subsequently, he was rushed to the hospital. Unfortunately, James was unresponsive and in critical condition upon arrival.
Tragically, James ultimately succumbed to his injuries. Detectives promptly responded to both the hospital and Sam’s Mart to thoroughly investigate the scenes. The police are urging anyone who may have witnessed the incident or possesses any valuable information for the investigators to contact the detectives at 203-946-6304 or provide anonymous tips through the department’s tip-line at 866-888-TIPS (8477).