From The Tribune staff reports
TRUSSVILLE — The man accused in a stabbing at Firehouse Subs on Tuesday, April 21, 2020, was released from the Jefferson County Jail after posting bond.
Jaerik McGraw, 19, of Birmingham, is charged with attempted murder. He was transferred to the Jefferson County Jail on Wednesday, April 22, and bonded out on a $150,000 bond the same day, according to jail records.
Police said McGraw was employed at Firehouse Subs. They believe he stabbed a 17-year-old co-worker in the neck when he arrived to work around 3:59 p.m., on Tuesday, April 21. Witnesses said the two were involved in a verbal altercation the day before. The victim is from Trussville.
The suspect left the scene after the stabbing but was arrested at 5:40 p.m. in the 1900 block of Brewster Road, according to Detective Ben Short.
Trussville Fire and Rescue also responded to the scene Wednesday. The victim was taken to UAB Hospital for treatment. His injuries appear to be non-life-threatening.
The Firehouse Subs headquarters, located in Jacksonville, Florida, released the following statement on Wednesday:
“We have been made aware of a recent incident at a location in Trussville, Alabama involving two staff members and are working with the local franchise owner to ensure full cooperation with authorities. As a result of this incident, one employee was arrested by Trussville Police and has since been terminated from Firehouse Subs. The safety and security of our staff and guests remains our top priority. As this is an ongoing investigation, we are unable to comment any further at this time.”