A 24-year-old man is in custody for allegedly assaulting his parents late Sunday night in Bethesda, Maryland, police say.
The domestic-related assault happened inside a home in the 6500 block of Greentree Road just before midnight, according to the Montgomery County Department of Police.
According to the initial investigation, during a dispute between 24-year-old Joseph Michael Bowers and his parents, Bowers allegedly stabbed his parents with a knife when the argument escalated.
The parents were taken to the hospital with serious injuries but are expected to survive.
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There was a large police presence at the scene overnight that included a drone and the Montgomery County special response team. At least one officer was pointing a gun toward the home.
Police took Bowers into custody at his parents home after 5 a.m. Monday, police said. He is charged with attempted second-degree murder, first-degree assault and weapons charges.
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The investigation continued Monday morning. Police said there is not a barricade situation, and the area is secure.
This is a developing story. Stay with News4 for more updates.
