'Horrific': Florida police search for man wanted for stabbing cousin over 15 times

Davenport, Florida police are searching for a man accused of trying to murder his own cousin Thursday afternoon.

DAVENPORT, Fla. (WFLA) — Police in Florida are searching for a man accused of trying to murder his own cousin Thursday afternoon.

The Davenport Police Department said at about 1 p.m., officers learned of a stabbing at a home in the Highland Meadows neighborhood.

Investigators allege Douglas Kidd, 46, stabbed his cousin over 15 times but fled the scene before officers got to the home.

According to the release, the victim is in critical condition. It is not known why Kidd attacked her, police said.

"It's only a miracle that this lady is alive," police Chief Steve Parker said.

"This was a horrific attack, and we will go to great lengths to get his dangerous individual off the streets," Parker said. "We are praying for the victim's recovery following this ordeal."

Kidd has a warrant out for his arrest for attempted first-degree murder. If you know where he is, call the Davenport Police Department at 863-419-3307 or Heartland Crime Stoppers at 888-400-TIPS (8477).

"I would definitely consider him dangerous, and if somebody does see him or see the vehicle or they think they see him, ... contact local law enforcement," Parker said. "Call 911 and let law enforcement approach him and confirm who he actually is."

According to Parker, the suspect is known to spend time around the Sunshine Skyway Bridge, and he has family in Georgia.

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