WHAT HAPPENED: Around 5:00 p.m. on May 13, 2026, a deputy with the Marion County Sheriff’s Office responded to a suspicious person call in Dunnellon and was suddenly attacked moments after stepping out of his patrol vehicle. Investigators say the suspect stabbed the deputy multiple times before fleeing into nearby woods. Thankfully, the deputy’s vest likely saved his life. The suspect was later arrested and now faces charges including attempted murder of a law enforcement officer. Do you think body armor should be mandatory for every patrol response? Only about 59% of US police agencies require their officers to wear body armor at all times - - - - WARNING: SOME VIEWERS MAY FIND THIS FOOTAGE DISTURBING. VIEWER DISCRETION IS ADVISED. THIS VIDEO IS INTENDED FOR EDUCATIONAL AND INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES AND CONTAINS PUBLICLY AVAILABLE RECORDS.