Hamilton, Ontario,
27
December
2018
|
17:26
America/New_York

Hamilton Police Investigate Downtown Stabbing Incident

Hamilton Police continue to investigate a stabbing incident that occurred in the early afternoon. One person is in police custody. The victim was transported to hospital for continued medical treatment.   

On Thursday, December 27, 2018, shortly after 12:30 pm., Hamilton Police responded to Dollar Gate Inc. located at Barton Street East and Mary Street. Information provided to police was described as an assault that resulted in one male receiving injuries believed to be caused by stabbing incident. The victim, a Hamilton man in his mid 60's was transported to hospital to receive for further medical assessment and treatment.

The suspect fled the scene prior to police arrival but turned himself at Central Station moments later. A Hamilton man in his mid 30's is currently in custody and police anticipate laying criminal charges.

Hamilton Police continue to investigate on scene.