Samuel Hartbower arrested in fatal Marysville grocery store stabbing

Samuel Hartbower faces homicide charges after his arrest in a fatal Marysville supermarket stabbing. He was booked into jail following the weekend attack that left another person injured.

The Marysville Police Department said officers were called just after 2:15 p.m. on Sunday. Emergency calls reported an attack inside the Save Mart located at 828 J Street.

Responders arrived at the supermarket and located an injured customer on the floor. First responders provided lifesaving medical efforts at the scene. He died from his injuries.

The Yuba County Sheriff’s Office identified the deceased victim as 64-year-old Douglas Lee Eid of Clearlake. A second victim took himself to a hospital before police arrived. Police said the wounded man is expected to recover.

Hartbower, 33, was booked on charges of homicide and assault with a deadly weapon. The agency did not release a motive.

Homicide charges in California typically require an initial court appearance for an arraignment. Prosecutors formally present allegations during those hearings.

Witnesses should contact the Marysville Police Department at 530-749-3900 with information.