Vineland Teen Accused of Fatally Stabbing 38-year-old Woman

• Police found 38-year-old Christina Asselta dead from stab wounds early Friday morning
• A 17-year-old suspect who allegedly knew the victim was taken into custody at the scene
• Authorities say the incident appears isolated

Teen Charged in Vineland Homicide

A teenager in Vineland has been charged with allegedly fatally stabbing a woman in Vineland early Friday morning.

The Cumberland County Prosecutor's Office says at about 4 AM, the Vineland Police Department responded to a report of a possible homicide at a home on Union Road.

At the scene, cops found 38-year-old Christina Asselta, who had sustained multiple stab wounds. Despite immediate efforts to save her life, Asselta was pronounced dead at the scene.

An investigation led to the identification and apprehension of a 17-year-old juvenile who knew the victim, according to officials.

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Teenager Taken Into Custody at the Scene

The unnamed suspect was taken into custody at the scene without incident and has been charged with the following:

• Murder (Purposeful)
• Murder (Knowing)
• Unlawful Possession of a Weapon (Knife)
• Possession of a Weapon for an Unlawful Purpose

The teenager remains in custody and authorities believe this was an isolated incident with no further threat to the community.

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Investigation Remains Ongoing

Additional details regarding this case are being withheld due to the ongoing nature of the investigation and the suspect's status as a juvenile.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact Det. Glenn Capazzi with the Vineland Police Department at (856) 691-4111.

The public is reminded that charges are accusations and all persons are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.