Toronto Police have confirmed that the suspect in the recent downtown streetcar stabbing did not know the victim. The incident, which occurred on Monday evening, left one man with serious injuries.
According to police, the victim was riding on a streetcar near Queen and Bathurst streets when he was approached by the suspect. The suspect then proceeded to stab the victim multiple times before fleeing the scene.
The victim was rushed to a nearby hospital where he remains in stable condition. Police have not released any information about the victim’s identity.
After conducting a thorough investigation, police have determined that the suspect and victim did not know each other prior to the attack. The motive for the stabbing is still unknown.
The suspect has been described as a male in his 20s, approximately 5’10” with a medium build. He was last seen wearing a black hoodie, black pants, and a black baseball cap.
Police are urging anyone with information about the incident or the suspect to come forward. They are also asking for any witnesses who may have been on the streetcar at the time of the attack to contact them.
This incident has raised concerns about safety on public transportation in the city. Toronto Police have reassured the public that they are taking this incident seriously and are working diligently to identify and apprehend the suspect.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Toronto Police or Crime Stoppers anonymously.
