Man Faces Attempted Murder Charge After Stabbing in Linden's Wheeler Park

A man faces attempted murder charges after a stabbing incident at Wheeler Park in Linden on Wednesday, August 27, 2026. According to police, just after 1:30 p.m., officers responded to a report of an aggravated assault at Wheeler Park near Aviation Plaza on Route 1 & 9 on Stiles Street.

Police say 27-year-old Mark Minotti told officers that he had stabbed someone in the park and was arrested at the scene. Officers searched the area and located a 40-year-old man suffering from stab wounds in Wheeler Park. The victim was transported to the hospital and is listed in stable condition.

Minotti faces an attempted murder charge in addition to two aggravated assault charges and two other charges. According to a Linden Police news release, "This is believed to be a random attack." The police department stated that "There is no continuing safety threat to Wheeler Park or the surrounding area."

The Linden Police Department continues to investigate the incident. Anyone with information about the stabbing is encouraged to contact the Linden Police Department.

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FAQ

Q: What happened at Wheeler Park on August 27?
A: A stabbing incident occurred at Wheeler Park in Linden on Wednesday, August 27, 2026, just after 1:30 p.m. A man was arrested and charged with attempted murder.

Q: Who was arrested?
A: Mark Minotti, 27 years old, was arrested at the scene. According to police, he told officers that he had stabbed someone in the park.

Q: Who was the victim?
A: A 40-year-old man was the victim. He was located in Wheeler Park suffering from stab wounds and was transported to the hospital.

Q: Is the victim recovering?
A: The victim is listed in stable condition at the hospital.

Q: What charges does Minotti face?
A: Minotti faces an attempted murder charge in addition to two aggravated assault charges and two other charges.

Q: Did police say anything about the motive?
A: According to the Linden Police news release, "This is believed to be a random attack."

Q: Is there an ongoing threat to Wheeler Park?
A: No. The police department stated that "There is no continuing safety threat to Wheeler Park or the surrounding area."

Q: Where is Wheeler Park located?
A: Wheeler Park is located near Aviation Plaza on Route 1 & 9 on Stiles Street in Linden.

Q: Who should I contact with information?
A: Anyone with information about the stabbing is encouraged to contact the Linden Police Department.