Fight Leads To Stabbing In Florence

A Florence man was arrested Monday evening after the altercation on Lakeview Drive.

Felix Williams. Photo provided.

(Florence, Ky.) – A Florence man has been arrested after a Monday evening stabbing in northern Kentucky.

Boone County Sheriff’s deputies responded to the incident in the 200 block of Lakeview Drive around 7:24 p.m.

Deputies say Felix Williams, 42, became involved in a verbal altercation with Bryan Watkins, 34, after an incident involving their children at a nearby park.

The verbal altercation led to a physical fight. During the fight, Williams allegedly brandished a knife and stabbed Watkins multiple times in the back.

Watkins was transported to UC Medical Center and is currently listed in stable condition.

Williams was taken to the Boone County Detention Center and charged with one count of Assault 2nd Degree (Class C Felony).

He is held with no bond.

More from Local News

Events

Two Vehicle Accident in Sunman

AirCare has been called to the scene. 

Fourth of July Events in Eagle Country

There are lots of ways to celebrate our Independence

Batesville Selects Ziegelmaier to Lead Band Program

Ziegelmaier previously served as the Director of Bands at Lawrenceburg Community Schools

Rushville Native Wins Lions Pride 5K to Kickoff 2026 SIRC

Four more events will be held locally to support cross country programs

On Air

Your Hometown Radio Station playing
Cole Swindell - Hope You Get Lonely Tonight

Lee Ann Womack Little Past Little Rock 10:33
George Birge It Won't Be Long 10:27
Luke Bryan Roller Coaster 10:22
Toby Keith Courtesy of the Red, White And Blue 10:19