Man released from hospital, charged in Wilmington stabbing

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) –Police have now charged a man in Sunday night’s stabbing in downtown Wilmington.

Police arrested William Thornton, 49, after his release from the hospital.

He is charged with assault with a deadly weapon with intent to kill inflicting serious injury.

Police say Thornton allegedly stabbed Darcy Allen Ferguson, 35, in a parking lot in the 100 block of Market Street.

Ferguson was severely injured and at last check, was in stable condition at New Hanover Regional Medical Center.

Police believe the attack happened after a dispute between the men. Police believe both are homeless.

Thornton is being held under a $10,000 bond.