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Female victim ‘not forthcoming’ with police after assault

Female taken to hospital following Thursday attack near Exhibition Park
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A female was taken to hospital for treatment following an assault near Exhibition Park on Thursday, prompting a police investigation.

The incident happened sometime between 3 p.m. and 8 p.m. on Thursday in the area of Speedvale Avenue West and Kathleen Street, explains a police news release.

“The victim was not forthcoming with information, but it is believed she was attacked after becoming involved in a verbal altercation with a male known to her,” states the release. “It is believed that this is an isolated incident, and there is no current concern for public safety.”