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Spring Lake Man Stabbed, 2 Arrested

A 21-year-old man was recovering after getting attacked in his own yard in Spring Lake Saturday night.

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Juan Martin Carrillo Lira
SPRING LAKE — A 21-year-old man was recovering after getting attacked in his own yard in Spring Lake Saturday night.

Harnett County deputies said the victim, Servando Vargas, was stabbed several times. He was listed in good condition Sunday night.

Juan Martin Carrillo Lira, 21, and Epitacio Ibarra, 46, were both arrested. Lira was charged with attempted first degree murder. His bond was set at $750,000.

Ibarra was charged with felony aiding and abetting, attempted first degree murder and conspiracy to first degree murder. His bond was set at $500,000.

Both were being held in the Harnett County Detention Center. Deputies have not determined a motive for the stabbing.

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