Domestic Violence Arrest in Encinitas 

August 26, 2023 – San Diego County Sheriff’s Department officials report that a man is in custody on charges of stabbing his wife during an argument.

It happened in the 1000 block of C Street in Encinitas on Thursday, August 24 just after 7:00 p.m. Deputies with the North Coastal Sheriff's Station responded after a neighbor called 9-1-1 about a woman who came to the door with visible injuries asking for help.

During the initial investigation it was determined a husband and wife were having an argument and it turned physical. The husband then stabbed his wife with a knife.

The 82-year-old-woman was taken to a hospital for treatment of non-life-threatening wounds. Her husband was also treated at a hospital for minor injuries.

Clark Sandknop (8/22/1933) was booked into the Vista Detention Facility on charges of attempted murder and felony elder abuse.

It is the policy of the San Diego County Sheriff's Department not to release identifying information about victims of domestic violence and elder abuse.

Everyone deserves healthy relationships. Love is not abusive. You are not alone. It is not your fault. You have rights. You can get help. If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, call 9-1-1.

You can also call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 800-799-SAFE (7233) or text 88788. You can speak to counselors 24/7 and confidentially discuss your situation to determine resources from a safety plan, emergency shelter and legal assistance. 

Visit www.thehotline.org for more information.

Source: San Diego County Sheriff’s Department