RCMP in Cranbrook are currently investigating a double stabbing which occurred early Sunday morning in the 17th Avenue North area of the city. Just before 4 a.m. on Sunday, June 16, Cranbrook RCMP responded to a report of a double stabbing in the area of 17th Avenue and 8th Street North, Cranbrook.

Investigation determined that two males in their 20s were walking in the area when they were approached by an unknown male suspect who accused them of trying to steal something. The suspect became more belligerent and attacked both victims. It was only after the suspect left that the two victims realized they were bleeding and had been stabbed by an edged weapon. This violent attack was completely unprovoked and the victims were transported to the East Kootenay Regional Hospital by BC Ambulance Service and underwent surgery for serious but non-life threatening injuries and still remain in the hospital at this time.

Cranbrook RCMP are seeking the assistance of anyone who may have observed or heard anything suspicious in the early morning hours in that area and are concentrating their investigation in the area of Kootenay Street North through to Victoria Avenue in the 400 to 1000 block.

At this early stage, the police believe this attack may be in retaliation for an earlier incident and is a case of mistaken identity.

If anyone has any additional information about this or any other crime they can call the Cranbrook RCMP at 250-489-3471 or East Kootenay Crimestoppers (1-800-222-TIPS) You can also a webtip by accessing the East Kootenay Crimestoppers website at: cintek.com/crimestoppers/

Cranbrook RCMP

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