On August 20, 2023, at approximately 6:30 a.m., The Winnipeg Police Service responded to a stabbing incident in the 600 block of Portage Avenue.
Attending officers located a male victim with a serious upper-body injury requiring immediate emergency first aid. The 34-year-old victim was transported to hospital in critical condition.
Members of the Majors Crimes Unit continued the investigation.
The investigation has revealed that the victim and another male unknown to him became involved in a physical altercation. The suspect then produced a knife and stabbed the victim to the upper body. The suspect then walked away while the victim collapsed and was assisted by passersby.
On August 21, 2023, Robel NASHIH, 19 years, of Winnipeg, was arrested and charged with the following:
- Aggravated Assault
- Possession of a Weapon
He was detained in custody.