Sioux Falls Man Arrested After Parking Lot Stabbing on West Bailey Avenue

A 61-year-old Sioux Falls man is in custody after allegedly stabbing a 21-year-old woman during a confrontation in a parking lot on West Bailey Avenue. Police say Allan Lehne demanded payment from the victim before an altercation broke out.

By Freddi Hammer October 7, 2025 6:43 am

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SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (MITCHELLNOW) A 61 year old Sioux Falls man is behind bars today following a stabbing yesterday afternoon. Allan Lehne is accused of confronting a 21-year old female victim in a parking lot on West Bailey. Witnesses say Lehne demanded the victim pay money she owed to him. Police Information officer Sergeant Aaron Benson says an altercation followed, during which the woman was stabbed. The victim was treated at a local hospital and is reported to be in stable condition. For more crime stories from MitchellNow.com, click here.

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