NEWS RELEASE
GUELPH POLICE
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Man stabbed in robbery
On February 13, 2017 at approximately 11 p.m., a male and female were visiting downtown Guelph from Brampton.
They were approached by two males and asked for a cigarette.
The victim did not have a cigarette and told them so. The two males then demanded money and fought with the victim.
The victim was stabbed in the chest and suffered a fractured knee from the altercation.
The victim attended Guelph General Hospital for treatment of his injuries and was later discharged. The injuries were non-life-threatening.
The suspects were not known to the victim and not identified.
Both suspects are described as male white, 20-30 years of age with dark coats. One male wore a toque with a pom-pom on top.
Any persons with information about this incident can contact D/Cst. John Hunt at extension # 7359 or D/Cst. D. VandenEnden at extension 7107. Anonymous tips can be left at CRIME STOPPERS 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submitted online at www.csgw.tips.
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