Stabbing – Investigation: C25-69176

Released: April 4, 2025 at 11:52 a.m.

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On April 2, 2025, at approximately 8:30 p.m., the Winnipeg Police Service responded to the area of Portage Avenue and Main Street for the report of stabbing that occurred on a transit bus.

Central District General Patrol officers arrived and located a 21-year-old male at the rear of the bus suffering from an injury to his upper body consistent with being stabbed. Officers provided emergency medical aid which included the application of a chest seal.

The male victim was transported to hospital in unstable condition, later upgraded to stable condition.

Investigators have learned through investigation that a number of yet to be identified suspects approached the victim on the bus and attempted to rob him. A physical altercation ensued resulting in the victim being stabbed. The suspects fled off the bus prior to police arrival.

The Major Crimes Unit has assumed the investigation.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Major Crimes Unit at 204-986-6219 or anonymously at Crime Stoppers 204-786-TIPS or winnipegcrimestoppers.org

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