Man Stabbed In Head And Abdomen

Occurrence Type: Mischief Leads to Fight and Stabbing

Occurrence #: BA16023094

Date: Wednesday, May 11, 2016 – 9:50pm

Barrie Police have arrested and charged a male after a stabbing during a disturbance in the area of Grove Street and Bayfiled Street, in the City of Barrie.

On Wednesday, May 11th, 2016 at 9:50pm Police were called to the area with reports of a fight where one person was stabbed. Investigation revealed the argument began after the victim was turning left from Bayfield Street onto Grove Street East, crossing the path of the accused male who was walking northbound on Bayfield Street. The accused male did not like how close the truck came to him and proceeded to kick the passenger door leaving damage. The victim suffered serious but non-life threatening stab wounds to his head and abdomen and was transported to Royal Victoria Health Unit for treatment. The accused also suffered minor injuries as a result of fight and was treated at hospital until released back to police custody.

The 32 year old Barrie male was charged with:

Mischief Under $5000

Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose

Assault with a Weapon

Aggravated Assault

Breach of Recognizance

He was held at the Barrie Police Service for a bail hearing on Thursday, May 12th, 2016.

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