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Suspect Charged After Allegedly Stabbing Woman At Least 5 Times In The Head With Screwdriver

BUTLER COUNTY (KDKA) -- Officials have charged a suspect who they said stabbed a woman at least five times in the head with a screwdriver.

The Butler City Police Department responded to Wayne Street to investigate a report of a stabbing on Tuesday.

Officials found the victim, 52-year-old Billie Jo Bowers, with blood on her face and head.

Witnesses told police that Bowers said 57-year-old Rachelle McMillan stabbed her 5-6 times with the screwdriver.

Rachelle McMillan
(Photo Credit: Butler City Police Department)

Bowers was flown to a local hospital, and her condition is not believed to be life-threatening at this time.

McMillan was taken into custody late Monday night without incident.

She is charged with aggravated assault.

The police said to call 911 with any information.

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