FORT WORTH, TX – A North Texas man thought he was going to die when he looked down at his wounds after being stabbed in a shocking incident over the weekend. The attack took place in the parking lot of a restaurant in Fort Worth, where the victim was trying to help the suspect.
The victim, 28-year-old Jackson Oltmans, was waiting for a takeout order at a Waffle House on West Rendon Crowley Road when a man approached his car asking for money. Oltmans decided to help by buying the man some food. However, as soon as he opened his car door, the situation took a violent turn.
According to Fort Worth police, Quindarius Cartwright is accused of cutting Oltmans on the face and chest. The injuries left Oltmans in a state of disbelief, fearing for his life due to the significant amount of blood loss. He managed to stagger into the Waffle House, where the staff was visibly shaken by the sight.
Oltmans’ recovery has been difficult, as seen in videos showing his swollen face and stitches. While most of his stab wounds were not severe, the facial injury was particularly serious. Alongside the physical harm, Cartwright allegedly stole Oltmans’ car, a 2024 Toyota Camry, and took it for a joyride to a strip club in North Fort Worth before being apprehended by police.
Oltmans, who works multiple jobs including as a food delivery driver, was on duty when the attack occurred. He expressed a hard-learned lesson about the risks of helping strangers, emphasizing the need to be cautious about whom to trust.
Cartwright has been charged with aggravated robbery, and the incident serves as a stark reminder of the potential dangers of good intentions. Oltmans’ experience highlights the vulnerability that can come with acts of kindness, urging others to remain vigilant.
The community has rallied around Oltmans, offering support and expressing outrage over the attack. As he continues to recover, the incident has sparked discussions about safety and the complexities of helping those in need.