Assault charges laid in Lethbridge stabbing that sent man to hospital

Assault charges laid in Lethbridge stabbing that sent man to hospital

Lethbridge, Alberta – A man has been charged with assault after a stabbing incident that left another man hospitalized.

According to Lethbridge Police, the incident occurred on Saturday evening in the 200 block of 13 Street North. The victim, a 35-year-old man, was found with multiple stab wounds and was immediately taken to the hospital for treatment. He remains in stable condition.

After an investigation, police have charged 27-year-old John Smith with aggravated assault and possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose. Smith is currently in custody and is scheduled to appear in court on Monday.

Police have not released any information about the relationship between the victim and the accused, or the motive behind the attack.

This incident has raised concerns about the safety of the community, especially in light of recent violent incidents in the area. However, police have assured the public that they are actively investigating and taking necessary measures to ensure the safety of the community.

Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Lethbridge Police or Crime Stoppers.

This is a developing story and we will provide updates as more information becomes available.

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