West Bend police search for 27-year-old Andrew Eckl, accused of stabbing bar patron

WEST BEND -- A fight over a girl leads to a stabbing inside the River Horse West bar on Thursday night, October 1st.

West Bend Police say 27-year-old Andrew Eckl of West Bend, had an argument with a 30-year-old man from Ixonia, regarding one of the two talking to the other's girlfriend.

During the argument, Eckl removed a knife he was carrying and cut and stabbed the 30-year-old. The victim was transported to St. Joseph's Hospital where he was treated for non-life threatening injuries and was released.

Police say Eckl fled the scene before police arrived -- they are currently searching for him.

If anyone has information regarding the whereabouts of 27-year-old Andrew Eckl, you are encouraged to call the West Bend Police Department at 262-335-5000.