15-year-old stabbed in Vancouver park dies of injuries
Posted April 25, 2021 7:22 pm.
Last Updated April 25, 2021 11:10 pm.
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VANCOUVER (NEWS 1130) — A 15-year-old boy who was stabbed in a park on Vancouver’s west side Saturday has died from his injuries, according to police.
The teen had emergency surgery but passed away at BC Children’s Hospital Sunday.
Police say they found the victim injured after they were called to Almond Park at West 12th Avenue and Alma Street around 1:30 p.m. because of “an altercation” between two groups of teenagers.
“VPD investigators believe the victim, was stabbed in the chest by another teen. He lost consciousness and collapsed in the park. A 14-year-old boy was arrested nearby and has been charged with possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose. The accused can’t be named because he is a youth,” according to a statement.
Homicide detectives have taken over the case, and anyone with information can call 604-717-2500 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.
