A woman has been arrested after a man was stabbed in a park in the CDN-NDG neighborhood, according to police.
The incident occurred on Sunday afternoon at Loyola Park, located on Sherbrooke Street West near West Broadway Avenue. The victim, a man in his 30s, was found with multiple stab wounds and was rushed to the hospital in critical condition.
Police say the suspect, a 25-year-old woman, was arrested at the scene and is facing charges of assault with a weapon and possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose. The motive for the attack is still under investigation.
Witnesses at the park reported hearing a commotion and seeing the victim being attacked by the suspect. They immediately called 911 and provided crucial information to the responding officers.
The victim’s current condition is unknown, but police say he is expected to survive his injuries.
This incident has left the community in shock and has raised concerns about safety in the park. Residents are calling for increased police presence and better lighting in the area to prevent similar incidents from happening in the future.
Police are urging anyone with information about this incident to come forward and assist with the ongoing investigation. They can contact the Montreal Police Service at 514-393-1133 or call 911 in case of an emergency.
The suspect is expected to appear in court on Monday to face her charges. The investigation is ongoing and more details will be released as they become available.
