Detectives Investigating Stabbing in Isla Vista – Witnesses Encouraged to Come Forward 

October 10, 2025 – Isla Vista, CA – Santa Barbara County Sheriff's Office officials report that detectives are investigating a fight that took place shortly after midnight on Saturday, October 4, 2025, in the 6700 block of Del Playa Drive. Two adult men were stabbed during the incident and were taken to the hospital for treatment. Both are expected to recover.

Detectives believe several suspects were involved and that multiple people may have witnessed the fight. They are also seeking any cell phone videos or photos that could help with the investigation.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Sheriff’s detectives at (805) 681-4150. Those who wish to remain anonymous can call the tip line at (805) 681-4171 or submit information online at SBSheriff.org.

Source: Santa Barbara County Sheriff's Office