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One man was taken to hospital with serious injuries after being stabbed. (Nigel Maxwell/paNOW staff)
By Susan McNeil
East Hill assault

Man stabbed in home on 19th Street East

Nov 20, 2024 | 11:54 AM

One man is recovering in hospital and another is facing charges following an aggravated assault overnight.

Prince Albert Police said that the 47-year-old man who was stabbed was taken to hospital by paramedics just before 1 a.m. today with serious injuries.

When officers arrived at the home in the 500 Block of 19th Street East, they found the injured man and were told a suspect had fled the scene.

A 26-year-old man who matched the description of the suspect was found a short distance away and arrested without incident.

After more investigation, officers found the weapon believed to be used in the assault.

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The suspect has not been named yet and has been charged with aggravated assault.

Traffic restrictions have been lifted but police remain at the scene.

PAPS is thanking the public for their co-operation.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact police at 306-953-4222 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS. Tips can also be submitted anonymously online at https://www.p3tips.com/248.

by Susan McNeil

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