Pacifica man arrested for suspected, attempted homicide after Half Moon Bay stabbing

A 34-year-old Pacifica man was arrested for suspected attempted homicide Saturday night following an alleged gang-involved stabbing in Half Moon Bay that left one person hospitalized, according to the San Mateo County Sheriff s Office. Authorities stated that both the suspect and the victim are believed to be involved in gang-related activities. Deputies responded at approximately 8:30 p.m. Saturday to the San Benito House in the 300 block of Main Street following a report of a fight outside the establishment. Upon arrival, they located a 31-year-old man suffering from serious injuries consistent with a stabbing. He was transported to a local hospital, where he was listed in stable condition. Nearby deputies observed a suspicious person, identified as Ricardo Raya of Pacifica, fleeing the area while throwing away a knife. Deputies quickly apprehended Raya and recovered the weapon. The sheriff s office Gang Intelligence Unit assisted with the investigation. Raya was book