Police are investigating an alleged assault with a weapon that occurred in Port Coquitlam this past weekend. Officers responded to a call near the intersection of Shaughnessy Street and Kingsway Avenue at 11:45 a.m. on Saturday.
Investigation Underway
Upon arriving at the scene, officers discovered a victim with non-life-threatening injuries. The victim was subsequently transported to a hospital for treatment. The alleged perpetrator reportedly fled the area before the Coquitlam RCMP arrived.
The Coquitlam RCMP’s General Investigation Section has assumed responsibility for the investigation. As of this reporting, police have been unable to interview the victim due to the nature of their injuries.
Seeking Public Assistance
Investigators are currently operating under the assumption that the victim and suspect were not previously acquainted. They are requesting assistance from the public in identifying the suspect, who is believed to be male. Acting Cpl. George Han stated, “We are asking anyone who may have information, CCTV, cellphone or dash-cam video in the area of the 2800 block of Shaughnessy Street between 11:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. to contact our investigators and quote file number 2026-931.”
The investigation is ongoing, and further developments are possible as police gather information and are able to speak with the victim. It is possible that investigators will expand their search area or release a description of the suspect if new information comes to light. A possible next step could involve canvassing the neighborhood for additional witnesses.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happened on Saturday?
Police responded to an alleged assault with a weapon near the intersection of Shaughnessy Street and Kingsway Avenue in Port Coquitlam at 11:45 a.m.
Is the victim in stable condition?
The victim sustained non-life-threatening injuries and was transported to the hospital.
How can the public help with the investigation?
Anyone with information, CCTV, cellphone, or dash-cam video from the area of the 2800 block of Shaughnessy Street between 11:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. on Saturday is asked to contact investigators and quote file number 2026-931.
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