University City Man Stabbed, Beat Girlfriend, Police Say

A University City man is charged with stabbing and beating his girlfriend Thursday.

Timothy Paul Thomas, 33, of the 6500 block of Corbitt Avenue in U City, was charged Friday with first-degree domestic assault and armed criminal action.

University City Police said Thomas beat and stabbed his girlfriend at their home Thursday, causing serious injuries. According to a court document, Thomas is schizophrenic and had not been taking his medication.

Thomas is being held in St. Louis County Justice Center. Bail was set at $100,000.

If you have experienced or know someone who has experienced domestic or sexual violence, find resources through the St. Louis Ending Violence Against Women Network (SLEVAWN) or call the Safe Connections 24-hour crisis hotline at 314-531-2003.