Toronto Police have announced that charges have been laid against Aiden Pieterski, the 20-year-old man who was arrested in connection with a series of violent incidents in the city.
According to police, Pieterski has been charged with four counts of attempted murder, four counts of aggravated assault, and four counts of assault with a weapon. These charges are in relation to four separate incidents that occurred between September 30 and October 2.
The first incident took place on September 30 in the area of Queen Street West and Spadina Avenue. A 60-year-old man was allegedly stabbed multiple times by Pieterski, who then fled the scene. The victim was taken to hospital with serious injuries.
The second incident occurred on October 1 in the area of Queen Street West and Bathurst Street. A 22-year-old man was stabbed and taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
The third incident took place on October 2 in the area of Queen Street West and Portland Street. A 31-year-old man was stabbed and taken to hospital with serious injuries.
The fourth and most recent incident occurred on October 2 in the area of Queen Street West and Bathurst Street. A 20-year-old man was stabbed and taken to hospital with serious injuries.
Police say that Pieterski was arrested on October 2 after a brief foot chase. He remains in custody and is scheduled to appear in court on October 3.
Investigators are still looking into the possibility of any additional victims or incidents involving Pieterski. They are urging anyone with information to come forward.
This news comes as a relief to the community, which has been on edge following the string of violent incidents. The Toronto Police have assured the public that they are taking these incidents very seriously and are committed to ensuring the safety of all residents.
This is an ongoing investigation and anyone with information is asked to contact the Toronto Police Service or Crime Stoppers.
