# Arizona Mother Stabbed 22 Times by Boyfriend

> Arizona mother survived 22 stab wounds after boyfriend 'Ubered' to home, punched kids trying to protect her.
- Title: Arizona Mother Stabbed 22 Times by Boyfriend · Law & Crime
- Summary: Arizona mother survived 22 stab wounds after boyfriend 'Ubered' to home, punched kids trying to protect her. Erin Hume, 12-year-old son called 911 after…
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## Erin Hume
Arizona mother Erin Hume described how her boyfriend stabbed her 22 times after becoming abusive over time.

> He may have thought that stabbing me 22 times would be the end of my story, instead I am standing here today, alive, speaking for myself, speaking for my children, and refusing to let what he did become the definition of who I am.
## Tyler Riddle
34-year-old Tyler Riddle pleaded guilty to aggravated assault and two counts of child abuse after the attack.
## August 2025 Attack
Hume was stabbed 22 times at home by Riddle who 'Ubered' to her house after she told him to be quiet.
## Children Injured
Hume's two children were injured trying to protect her from Riddle and one called 911 to report her bleeding.

> that his mother was bleeding and that her boyfriend … was in their home
## Riddle's Drug Use
Riddle was using drugs including psychedelics the night he attacked Hume.

> I would be dead if he didn't call the police, like 100%
## Medical Findings
Hume was found covered in blood with multiple stab wounds including a laceration across her throat.
## Children's Witness
Hume's children told police they were woken up by screaming and saw Riddle punching their mother.
## Sentencing
Riddle was sentenced to 15 years in prison after pleading guilty to aggravated assault and two counts of child abuse.
## County Attorney
Maricopa County Attorney Rachel Mitchell praised the children's bravery and police response for Hume's survival.

> Thanks to the bravery of her kids and the quick response by the Mesa police officers who arrived at the scene, this victim survived her attack and can find a measure of peace knowing this defendant has been held accountable.
## Legal Outcome
Riddle's sentence of 15 years in prison follows the August 2025 attack on Hume.
## Key takeaway

Erin Hume, 12-year-old son called 911 after boyfriend Tyler Riddle stabbed her 22 times at home in August 2025, now faces 15 years in prison.