KAWARTHA LAKES-Kawartha Lakes Police are investigating a stabbing in Lindsay early this morning.
At 2:15 AM on Friday February 9th, Kawartha Lakes Police were called to an Adelaide Street home in Lindsay after a family dispute allegedly turned violent. It was reported to police that a 25-year-old male attacked a female family member with a knife. The victim was stabbed once and suffered a serious, but not life-threatening injuries.
Another member of the family tried to intervene and was also attacked by the 25-year-old male according to police. The second victim suffered cuts to his face after he was allegedly punched twice. Both victims were taken to hospital for treatment.
When police arrived on scene, they say the suspect fled out the rear of the residence. After a brief foot chase, he was apprehended.
The accused is facing charges of Aggravated Assault, Assault with a Weapon, Assault Causing Bodily Harm, Possession of a Weapon for a Dangerous Purpose and Mischief Under $5,000. His name is not being released to protect the identity of the victims.
