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Stabbing Incident in Mission: 18-Year-Old Arrested, 17-Year-Old Treated for Serious Injury

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On Friday night, May 23, an 18-year-old man was arrested in Mission after a reported stabbing incident left a 17-year-old youth injured and hospitalized. The altercation occurred at around 9:30 p.m. on Alder Street near First Avenue, with the 17-year-old receiving treatment for a serious but non-life-threatening injury. Mission RCMP arrested the 18-year-old man the following day, May 24, for aggravated assault. A search of an associated vehicle and residence was conducted with the assistance of the Lower Mainland Integrated Police Dog Service and the Integrated Forensic Identification Service.

Key Takeaways:

  • An 18-year-old man was arrested for aggravated assault in relation to a stabbing incident in Mission on May 24.
  • A 17-year-old youth was sent to hospital with an injury consistent with a sharp-edged weapon and received treatment for a serious but non-life-threatening injury.
  • The incident occurred at approximately 9:30 p.m. on Alder Street near First Avenue on May 23.
  • Mission RCMP does not believe the stabbing was a random attack, and the detachment's serious crimes unit is investigating the incident.
  • Investigators are asking for any witnesses or other youth present during the incident to contact Mission RCMP as soon as possible.
  • Those with information are urged to call Mission RCMP at 604-826-7161, referencing file 25-5864.

Statistics:

  • The stabbing incident occurred at approximately 9:30 p.m. on May 23.
  • The 17-year-old youth received treatment for a serious but non-life-threatening injury.
  • The 18-year-old man was arrested for aggravated assault on May 24.
  • Mission RCMP searched an associated vehicle and residence with the assistance of specialized units.
  • Investigators are prioritizing witness statements and have requested any residents with CCTV footage from the relevant area to contact the police.

Sources:

  • Mission RCMP news release, May 26 (exact date not specified in the original)
  • Mission City Record, May 2025 (specific date not mentioned)

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