POLICE Department

Investigation into Stabbing at 3517 Engelke Street

December 31, 2021 - Houston police are investigating the stabbing of a man at 3517 Engelke Street about 4:55 a.m. today.  

The victim, Matthew Rodriguez, 34, was transported to an area hospital in critical condition.  

HPD Major Assaults & Family Violence Division Detective A. Otero reported:  

HPD patrol officers responded to an assault call at a residence at the above address and learned Mr. Rodriguez had been stabbed multiple times in the chest by a female suspect known only as "Crystal."  Houston Fire Department paramedics transported Rodriguez to the hospital where he underwent surgery.  

At this time, there is no known motive.  

Anyone with information in this case is urged to contact the HPD Major Assaults & Family Violence Division at 713-308-8800 or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.   

VHS/JFC 12-31-21
Inc. #174387821

For additional information, please contact the HPD Office of Community Affairs at 713-308-3200.