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California Manhunt For Armed Samurai Sword Attack Suspect Underway
A manhunt is under way after a suspect allegedly attacked another person with a samurai-style sword Saturday, May 23, 2026, at Creekside Apartments in Mariposa, California.[1]
Sheriff Jeremy Briese identified the suspect as Jonathan Bays, saying Bays allegedly struck the victim multiple times before fleeing on foot.[1] The victim was airlifted to a hospital, and authorities launched a multi-agency search that includes helicopters and K-9 teams.[1]
Bays is a transient from Idaho and has an active 2025 parole warrant and a prior conviction for sexual battery of a minor, authorities said.[1]
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- On Saturday, May 23, 2026, a man was attacked with a samurai-style sword at Creekside Apartments in Mariposa, California.
- Sheriff Jeremy Briese said suspect Jonathan Bays allegedly struck the victim multiple times and then fled on foot.
- The victim was airlifted to a hospital, and authorities are conducting a multi-agency manhunt with helicopters and K-9 units.
- Bays is a transient from Idaho with a 2025 active parole warrant and a prior conviction for sexual battery of a minor.
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