PALO ALTO, Calif. - In Palo Alto, an 80-year-old grandfather, Allan Connel, is in critical condition fighting for his life after he was brutally stabbed.
Connel’s family said he was trying to help a complete stranger when he was attacked.Investigators said the attack was unprovoked, random and rare in Palo Alto.
Police apprehended 18-year-old Andrew Cortez of East Palo Alto and are trying to determine a motive.“He has the utmost character, he is extremely kind,” said Liam Connel, Allan’s son. “He is always willing to help anyone and everyone.”Liam Connel said he wasn't surprised his father was being a Good Samaritan, helping a stranger.“He saw a young man with a bicycle that had a flat tire,” said Liam Connel.