A woman involved in a series of stabbings in Yaletown is now facing additional charges, according to police.
The incident occurred on the evening of September 17, when multiple stabbings were reported in the Yaletown area of Vancouver. The suspect, identified as 33-year-old Emily Nield, was arrested and charged with three counts of aggravated assault and one count of assault with a weapon.
However, as the investigation continued, police have now added two more charges against Nield. She is now facing one count of attempted murder and one count of assault causing bodily harm.
The additional charges come after further evidence was gathered and reviewed by investigators. Police have not released any details about the new charges or the circumstances surrounding them.
Nield remains in custody and is scheduled to appear in court on October 8. Police are continuing to investigate the stabbings and are asking anyone with information to come forward.
The victims of the stabbings, two men and one woman, were taken to hospital with serious injuries. They have since been released and are recovering from their injuries.
The motive behind the stabbings is still unclear, and police have not confirmed if the victims and the suspect knew each other. However, they have stated that the incident was not random and that there is no ongoing risk to the public.
The Yaletown community was shaken by the stabbings, with many expressing shock and concern over the incident. Police have reassured the public that they are taking the matter seriously and are working diligently to gather all the facts.
As the investigation continues, police are urging anyone with information to contact the Vancouver Police Department or Crime Stoppers. They are also reminding the public to always be aware of their surroundings and to report any suspicious activity.
