A man was critically injured in a stabbing near St. George and Mill Streets in downtown London. Police arrested a 20-year-old suspect Sunday.
Stabbing Reported Overnight
London police responded to an emergency call just before 1 a.m. Sunday after reports of a stabbing near St. George Street and Mill Street in the city’s downtown core.
Victim Rushed to Hospital
When officers arrived, they found a man with multiple stab wounds. Police said bystanders had already started first aid before paramedics transported the victim to hospital, where he remains in life-threatening condition.
Suspect Quickly Apprehended
Police said witnesses at the scene provided a description of the suspect. Officers located and arrested a 20-year-old man nearby. He has been charged with aggravated assault.
Scene Close to Nightlife District
The stabbing took place in a residential neighbourhood just steps from Richmond Row, London’s busy bar and entertainment strip. The proximity to the nightlife area has drawn attention to safety concerns in the downtown.
Call for Public Assistance
The investigation remains active, and police are urging anyone with information to contact investigators at 519-661-5670 or provide an anonymous tip through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.
