Man dies after being stabbed, home set on fire; wife arrested

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On Monday, April 27, 2026, at approximately 1:40 a.m., Carrollton Police Department officers were dispatched to the 3600 block of Old Denton Road on the report of a stabbing. 

Upon arrival, officers observed the residence on fire and Carolina Macias (age 58) sitting on the front porch. Mrs. Macias stated her husband, Ramon Macias (age 62), was still in the residence. Due to the intensity of the fire, officers were unable to enter the residence. Carrollton Fire Rescue arrived on scene and located Mr. Macias, who had been stabbed in the abdomen, inside the residence. Both parties were transported to a local hospital. Mr. Macias was pronounced deceased. Mrs. Macias was arrested for Murder and transported to the Carrollton Jail. 

This remains an active and ongoing investigation. Anyone with information related to this incident is encouraged to contact the Carrollton Police Department. 

Investigators believe this is an isolated incident and there is no danger to the public. There is no additional information at this time.

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