Pittsfield man charged in stabbing

A Pittsfield man has been arrested in a stabbing.

Pittsfield Police responded to a multi-family residence on Woodlawn Avenue just before 3 a.m.  Officers found a 60-year-old man who had at least one stab wound. He was taken to Berkshire Medical Center with a serious injury. He is expected to survive.

Jason Wright, 40, was charged with armed assault with intent to murder, assault and battery with a dangerous weapon, and assault and battery on a person aged 60 or over. Police believe Wright and the victim knew each other.

Anyone with information is asked to call the PPD Detective Bureau at 413-448-9705. Information can also be provided anonymously via the Detective Bureau Tip Line at 413-448-9706, or by texting PITTIP and your message to TIP411 (847411).