Woman Pleads Guilty in Vancouver Seawall Stabbings
Vancouver, B.C. — A 35-year-old woman has pleaded guilty to multiple assault charges linked to a series of attacks along Vancouver’s seawall last fall.
Tamara Hamelin entered guilty pleas on six counts in December, avoiding a trial.
Hamelin faced four counts of assault with a weapon and two counts of assault in connection with the incident.
She will remain in custody ahead of her sentencing hearing in late March.
Series of Stabbings on the Seawall
Vancouver police responded to the scene near David Lam Park in Yaletown on Oct. 10, 2025, shortly after 7:30 a.m.
Several people were found injured along the popular seawall path.
Three victims were taken to hospital with minor stab wounds that were not life-threatening.
Four more victims later came forward, including one person stabbed and others assaulted.
The victims ranged in age from their 20s to late 50s and included both men and women.
Police described the assaults as violent and seemingly random, sparking concern in the community.
Arrest and Charges
Hamelin was arrested on the morning of the attacks after police responded to emergency calls.
Initially charged with a single assault, prosecutors later added multiple counts of assault with a weapon.
Authorities used surveillance footage and public tips to identify and apprehend her.
Her guilty plea was confirmed in Vancouver’s Downtown Community Court in December.
Next Steps in the Case
Hamelin is scheduled to return to court on March 31 for sentencing.
The hearing will determine how the court weighs the severity of the attacks and her plea.
The case highlights concerns about public safety along busy pedestrian routes.
Police and community advocates continue to emphasize awareness and vigilance in popular areas.
For now, Hamelin remains in custody as the legal process unfolds.
Authorities have not released details regarding a motive for the attacks.
