Two Men Charged in Marda Loop Stabbing Incident Following Police Investigation
Two men have been arrested and charged in connection with a stabbing that occurred early Monday morning in the South Calgary community of Marda Loop. The Calgary Police Service responded to the incident after receiving reports of an injured man seeking assistance.
Police Response and Victim Condition
According to a police news release, officers were dispatched to the 1500 block of 33rd Avenue S.W. in the Marda Loop business district at approximately 5 a.m. on Monday. Upon arrival, they found a man suffering from what appeared to be stab wounds.
The victim was transported to hospital in serious condition, but police later confirmed his condition had been upgraded to stable. Investigators believe the altercation began as a dispute over alleged stolen property, escalating to violence.
Arrests and Charges
Following the initial response, police circulated descriptions of two suspects who were subsequently located and taken into custody by District 2 patrol officers. The investigation revealed that a physical altercation had broken out between the victim and the two suspects, resulting in the victim being stabbed multiple times.
The victim managed to escape the residence and flag down a passerby who then called emergency services, according to the police statement.
Evidence Seized During Investigation
Later that same day, police executed a search warrant at the location where the incident occurred. During the search, officers seized several items including:
- Multiple metal pipes
- Fentanyl
- Methamphetamine
- Morphine pills with an approximate street value of $1,200
Formal Charges Filed
As a result of the investigation, Calgary residents Alexander Scott Wagar, 38, and Dakoda Lee Milner Garrett, 35, have each been charged with one count of assault with a weapon. Garrett faces additional charges of three counts of breaching a release order.
Wagar is scheduled to appear in court on Monday, February 23, while Garrett will make his next court appearance on Thursday, February 19.
Police Commend Officers' Work
In the official police release, District 2 Inspector Keith Hurley praised the responding officers for their swift action and thorough investigative work. This is an excellent example of the outstanding work our members do every day, Hurley stated.
The inspector emphasized the importance of addressing potential problem properties before they escalate, noting that vacant houses can very quickly become problem houses, attracting crime and putting the community at risk. He credited the diligent efforts of officers with resolving a serious incident, identifying and arresting suspects, and addressing a significant public safety concern before it could escalate further.
The Calgary Police Service continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident and encourages anyone with additional information to come forward.
