Accident – Death – Obituary News :
A man was taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries following a stabbing incident on Monday morning in downtown Victoria. This marks the seventh stabbing in the city since March 1, with two of the incidents being suspected homicides, according to the Victoria police. Despite the recent spate of stabbings, the police have reiterated that these incidents are isolated and not significantly higher than in previous years.
Incident Details
At around 10:30 a.m. on Monday, traffic officers were alerted to a stabbing in the 600-block of Yates Street. Upon arrival, the police found a male victim and administered first-aid before he was transported to the hospital. Forensics officers cordoned off three separate sites to collect evidence related to the incident. As of now, no arrests have been made in connection with the stabbing.
Police Response
Victoria police have increased patrols in the downtown core in recent months, including foot patrols, to ensure the safety of the community. They have urged witnesses to come forward with any information or video footage related to Monday’s stabbing. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the police at 250-995-7654 or report anonymously to Greater Victoria Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).
Previous Incidents
This recent stabbing follows two fatal incidents in April. On April 1, a man was found dead near the intersection of Pandora Avenue and Blanshard Street, with another victim sustaining non-life-threatening injuries. Robert Henry Travers was charged with aggravated assault in this case. Then, on April 9, another fatal stabbing occurred on Douglas Street near Burnside Road, resulting in the death of Oliver Nicholson.
Community Safety
Despite these incidents, the Victoria police reassured the public that the city remains a safe place for residents and visitors. They emphasized that thousands of people continue to live, work, and visit Victoria every day without issue. The department remains committed to maintaining a safe environment for all individuals in the community.
For more information on this incident or to provide any relevant details, please contact the Victoria police.
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