The Case of Jackalynn D'auria

In the evening of October 24th, 2020, the Palm Bay Police Department in Florida received a distressing call concerning a stabbing incident. Responding promptly, officers were informed that the suspect had fled the scene on foot, potentially still armed. Upon arriving, and interviewing a witness at the location, they learned that the witness had been outside and heard heated yelling and screaming coming from inside the garage.

Approaching the house, the witness encountered a harrowing scene as they came upon Amanda Ervin, the victim, who was visibly bleeding. Amanda urgently requested assistance, saying "call 911" as she attempted to exit the garage. Concerned for her safety, the witness tried to help Amanda sit down, but Amanda collapsed and became unresponsive.

At the same time, the witness noticed a female, identified as Jackalynn D'Auria, running past with a knife in hand. Jackalynn was later confirmed to be Amanda's daughter.

Upon entering the area of the stabbing, officers observed the foyer between the garage and living room to be extensively stained with blood on the floor, door, and wall. A blood trail leading from the garage to a bedroom further indicated the severity of the incident. Inside the bedroom, officers found broken items, including a lamp and fan, covered in blood.

Amanda was swiftly transported to the hospital for medical attention, and law enforcement initiated a search for Jackalynn. Their efforts were successful when a tip revealed Jackalynn's location hiding in a nearby school bus. She was apprehended without incident and transported to the Palm Bay Police Department for processing.