Ottawa Paramedics say a man in his 30s is in serious but stable condition after being stabbed at the Salvation Army shelter on George Street in the ByWard Market.
Paramedics were called to the area just before 8:00 a.m. Wednesday.
7:54, we responded to a homeless shelter on Georges St for a male in his 30s with injuries attributed to a stabbing. Pt stabilized by paramedics and taken to @ottawatrauma in serious but stable condition. Contact @Ottawapolice for further information. #ottnews
— Ottawa Paramedic Svc (@OttawaParamedic) September 26, 2018
The man was taken to the trauma centre.
Ottawa Police confirm they were called to 171 George Street to assist Paramedics. Police say an arrest has been made. No other details have been provided.
OPS responded to an incient on George street. One person sustained injuries. One person is in custody. Investigation is ongoing #ottnews https://t.co/qYc5x6a1J3
— Ottawa Police (@OttawaPolice) September 26, 2018