Authorities have identified the victim in the Wednesday morning stabbing

Lawrence, KS – According to the police officials, this unfortunate incident occurred Wednesday morning.

Police say it happened outside the Lawrence Dillons on 23rd Street.

When the officers arrived on scene, they found a 66-year-old victim suffering from life-threatening stab wounds.

His name is Daniel Evan Brooks and he as pronounced dead at the scene.

Authorities arrested the 54-year-old suspect.

His name is Robert Davis and he was found holding a knife when police arrived.

He is currently booked into the Douglas County Jail on suspicion of 2nd-degree murder and animal cruelty.