A 43-year-old man has been charged with aggravated assault, assault with a weapon, and possession of a dangerous weapon following a stabbing in downtown Windsor that sent a 31-year-old man to hospital with serious injuries.
Incident Details
Windsor police responded to a report of a person with a weapon in the 300 block of Church Street at approximately 10:45 a.m. on Saturday. Officers arrived to find a 31-year-old man suffering from an apparent stab wound to the abdomen.
Within minutes, police arrested the suspect at the intersection of University Avenue West and Dougall Avenue. The victim was taken to hospital with serious but non-life-threatening injuries.
Investigation and Charges
Police said investigators believe the victim and suspect were known to each other. The 43-year-old suspect has been charged with aggravated assault, assault with a weapon, and possession of a dangerous weapon. The investigation remains ongoing.
How to Help
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Windsor Police Service major crimes unit at 519-255-6700, ext. 4830. Anonymous tips can be submitted through Windsor & Essex County Crime Stoppers by calling 519-258-8477 (TIPS) or online at catchcrooks.com.
Those affected by the incident can seek support from Victim Services of Windsor and Essex County at 519-723-2711 or the Windsor Police Service Victim Assistance Unit at 519-255-6700, ext. 7179.
