Clarence Hopson was sentenced to 40 years for attempted murder, domestic battery, home invasion, and stalking after attacking his ex-girlfriend with a box cutter.

Clarence Hopson, a Springfield man, received a 40-year prison sentence for attempted first-degree murder, aggravated domestic battery, home invasion, and aggravated stalking. In November 2022, he attacked his ex-girlfriend with a box cutter after stalking her. Despite her severe injuries, the victim expressed forgiveness during the hearing. Hopson was apprehended after fleeing multiple states and must serve at least 85% of his sentence.