22-05-2025
Man arrested after knife assault: P.E.I. RCMP
An RCMP vehicle is seen in this file photo. (CTV News Regina)
A 26-year-old Beach Point, P.E.I., man has been arrested following a knife assault in the eastern part of the Island.
Kings District RCMP responded to a report of an assault involving a knife on Wednesday around 7:20 p.m.
The Island EMS and RCMP Police Dog Services were also called to the scene, where RCMP prepared for a high-risk engagement.
Police say officers were able to arrest the 26-year-old man before searching the residence where another person was found inside with significant injuries. RCMP began emergency first-aid before Island EMS arrived and were able to stabilize the person who was then transported to Queen Elizabeth Hospital.
PEI RCMP Major Crime Unit and RCMP Forensic Identification Services are also part of the ongoing investigation.
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