Hamilton Police have arrested a 28-year-old male in connection with a stabbing that occurred in lower Hamilton.

On Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at approximately 3:30 a.m., police were called to the area of King Street and Victoria Avenue North following reports of a stabbing. Initial information indicated that a male had been injured and that the suspect remained in the vicinity.

Officers arrived on scene and located a 26-year-old male suffering from a stab wound to his torso. Police immediately provided first aid before the victim was transported to hospital with serious, but non-life-threatening injuries.

The suspect was located within minutes and taken into custody without incident.

The accused has been charged with:

• Assault with a Weapon
• Aggravated Assault

Police continue to investigate and are asking anyone with information that may assist to contact the on-duty Division 10 Staff Sergeant at 905-546-4725.

To provide information anonymously, please contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submit tips online at www.crimestoppershamilton.com.