RCMP investigating stabbing incident

January 9, 2017
Moncton, New Brunswick

News release

An 18-year-old woman was arrested following reports of a stabbing at a residence on First Avenue in Moncton on January 8, 2017.

Shortly after 10:30 p.m., the Codiac Regional RCMP responded to the residence, and were met by a 53-year-old man suffering from what appeared to be two stab wounds, one to the chest and one to the top of the head. The man was taken to the Moncton City Hospital and treated for what were believed to be non-life-threatening injuries.

The 18-year-old woman was arrested at the scene and has been released pending further investigation.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact the Codiac Regional RCMP at 506-857-2400. Should you wish to remain anonymous, please contact Crime Stoppers toll free at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), by texting TIP212 + your message to 'CRIMES' (274637), or by Secure Web Tips at www.crimenb.ca.

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Contact information

Sgt. Mario Fortin
Codiac Regional RCMP
506-857-2400

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