Michael Dearius Thomas Jr Obituary, Death – A man was fatally stabbed early Sunday morning in Orange County, according to deputies. Initially reported as a shooting, the incident occurred around 1 a.m. in the 4800 block of West Pine Street, as stated by the Orange County Sheriff’s Office.
On Monday, deputies identified the victim as Michael Dearius Thomas Jr., 37. During the investigation, it was clarified that the incident was a stabbing, not a shooting as initially reported.
The sheriff’s office confirmed that all individuals involved have been accounted for and assured that there is no ongoing threat to the community. The investigation remains active, but no further details have been disclosed at this time.