Man’s throat slashed in East Vancouver, police seek witnesses
Posted August 16, 2021 5:40 pm.
Last Updated August 16, 2021 5:42 pm.
VANCOUVER (NEWS 1130) — A man’s throat was slashed by a stranger in an “unprovoked” attack in East Vancouver Sunday, according to police.
The 46-year-old man was walking on East 10th Avenue near Quebec Street when someone approached him from behind and cut his throat.
“This attack appears to have been random, and it caused serious injuries to the victim,” says a statement from the Vancouver Police Department.
“We’re grateful to everyone who came to the aid of the victim and called 9-1-1 immediately. They provided comfort to the injured victim and allowed VPD officers to arrest the suspect while he was still in the area.”
#VPDNews: Vancouver Police are investigating after a man’s throat was slashed by a stranger during an unprovoked attack in Mount Pleasant Sunday afternoon. https://t.co/oo41kd7400 pic.twitter.com/9Jcq4Q0BTs
— Vancouver Police (@VancouverPD) August 16, 2021
The victim’s injuries were treated at the hospital, and are “no longer considered life-threatening,” the statement continues.
A 30-year-old man has been arrested and charged with attempted murder. Police are asking anyone who was in the area but has not yet spoken to officers to contact them.
Investigators with the VPD’s Major Crime Section can be reached at (604) 717-2541.
