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Two men arrested after machete fight in Publix parking lot, police say
Summary by The Midland Editorial Desk · As published by KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)
· August 6, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details about the incident are available from the Washington Sheriff's Office and Panama City Police.
A violent incident occurred in a Publix parking lot, resulting in the arrest of two men. The altercation involved a machete fight, and both individuals were taken to the hospital. The men, identified as Everette Krichbabum and James Tristian Gay, were later arrested by authorities.
The fight allegedly started as a verbal argument that escalated into a physical confrontation. According to reports, both men were armed with fixed-blade weapons. Further details about the incident are available from the Washington Sheriff's Office and Panama City Police.
The specifics of the events leading up to the fight are outlined in arrest documents, which can be obtained for more information on the incident and the charges against Krichbabum and Gay.
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Category: safety ·
Published: August 6, 2026 ·
Source: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) ·
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