Linacy, N.S.
Two people have been arrested following the stabbing of a man on Merigomish Road in Linacy on Sunday, Sept. 16.
At approximately 7 p.m. on Sept. 16, Pictou District RCMP responded to an assault with a weapon at a home. When police arrived, they were told that an 18-year-old man had been stabbed several times by another unknown man. The suspect had fled the scene in a vehicle driven by a third man. The victim also departed the scene prior to police arrival.
RCMP officers located the suspect vehicle a short time later and arrested the 23-year-old driver and 31-year-old passenger, for assault with a weapon. Both men remain in custody.
The victim was located on Monday and police verified that he sustained stab wounds to his upper body, and he was offered medical treatment.
Pictou District RCMP is asking anyone who may have witnessed this crime, or has information about this crime or suspect, to call the RCMP at 902-755-4141. Please quote file# 20181392660. Should you wish to remain anonymous call Nova Scotia Crime Stoppers toll free at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), submit a secure web tip at www.crimestoppers.ns.ca, or use the P3 Tips App.
The investigation is ongoing.
