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Man Stabbed 17 Times at Wyoming Rest Stop
A California man fled with his semitruck after stabbing a Sikh truck driver 17 times in a Wyoming rest stop bathroom.
In brief
A California man fled with his semitruck after stabbing a Sikh truck driver 17 times in a Wyoming rest stop bathroom. A California man faces life in prison after stabbing a Sikh truck driver 17 times at a Wyoming rest stop bathroom before fleeing in his semitruck. Originally reported by Law & Crime.
Attack at Rest Stop
A California man stabbed a Sikh truck driver 17 times in a Wyoming rest stop bathroom before fleeing in his semitruck.
Victim Details
Gurvinder Singh, 28, is a truck driver from Sacramento, California, who stopped at the Bitter Creek Rest Stop in Rock Springs, Wyoming.
Perpetrator Details
Andrew Bzdak, 44, is charged with attempted first-degree murder after the attack on Singh.
Surveillance Evidence
Surveillance videos captured Singh entering the restrooms followed by Bzdak running out moments later.
Injuries and Escape
Singh suffered 17 knife wounds, including two to his chest and two to his neck, before recovering at home.
Arrest Details
Bzdak was arrested at a Flying J truck stop around 5 a.m. after police spotted his semitruck.
Evidence Found
Police found a Walmart shopping bag containing bloody clothing and wet wipes at the arrest location.
Motive Unclear
Sweetwater County Sheriff's Office said police do not have a clear motive for the attack on Singh, who is Sikh.
Hate Crime Status
Sweetwater County Attorney Daniel Erramouspe stated there's no indication it's a hate crime.
Bonds and Release
Bzdak is held on a $1 million surety bond at Sweetwater County Detention Center.
Next Court Date
Bzdak's next court date was not made public by authorities.
Victim's Account
Singh said he was attacked from behind and saw the attacker holding a blue knife before pushing him away.
Witness Accounts
A family reported seeing Bzdak run to his semitruck and flee the scene, providing identifying details and photos.
Investigation Status
Investigators confirmed Singh's injuries and a struggle in the men's restroom through witness reports.
Here's the gist
A California man faces life in prison after stabbing a Sikh truck driver 17 times at a Wyoming rest stop bathroom before fleeing in his semitruck.
