In Loving Memory of Quinton Hughes: St. Cloud Community Mourns Following Domestic-Related Fatal Stabbing
ST. CLOUD, Minn. — The St. Cloud community is grappling with shock and grief following the tragic loss of 25-year-old Quinton Hughes of Sauk Rapids, who was fatally stabbed early Monday morning in a domestic-related incident. Authorities confirmed that Hughes was found inside an apartment around 4:00 a.m., suffering from a fatal stab wound. Despite rapid emergency response, he was pronounced dead at the scene.
Law enforcement officials responded quickly to the incident and arrested 23-year-old Katerina Markiv of St. Cloud at the location without incident. Investigators have confirmed that Hughes and Markiv were in a relationship, and Markiv is now being held in the Stearns County Jail on homicide-related charges. The case remains under active investigation as authorities work to determine the full circumstances surrounding this tragic event.
Hughes’ death has left family, friends, and the broader community in deep sorrow. Those who knew him remember him as a young man full of promise, whose life was abruptly cut short. Friends describe Hughes as caring, warm, and always willing to help those around him, qualities that made a lasting impression on everyone who had the privilege of knowing him.
The St. Cloud Police Department and local officials are urging anyone with information about the incident to come forward, as the investigation continues. Meanwhile, the community is coming together to support Hughes’ loved ones, offering condolences and assistance to those affected by this devastating loss.
This tragic incident serves as a sobering reminder of the impact of domestic-related violence and the importance of resources and awareness to prevent such events in the future. As the St. Cloud community mourns, friends and family are honoring Quinton Hughes’ memory, remembering him not just for the circumstances of his death, but for the life he lived, the relationships he nurtured, and the positive influence he had on those around him.
Quinton Hughes’ life, though tragically brief, touched many. His memory will live on in the hearts of family, friends, and all who were fortunate enough to know him. The community continues to grieve this heartbreaking loss, coming together in remembrance and solidarity during a time of profound sorrow.