Woman Stabbed Near Cabot Square; 26-Year-Old Arrested
Montreal police have arrested a 26-year-old woman in connection with a stabbing that occurred near Cabot Square on Tuesday evening. The incident took place in the downtown area, prompting a swift response from law enforcement.
According to the Service de Police de la Ville de Montreal (SPVM), officers were called to the scene around 8:30 p.m. after reports of an assault. Upon arrival, they found a woman suffering from stab wounds. The victim was transported to a local hospital with serious but non-life-threatening injuries.
The suspect was apprehended a short distance from the scene and is currently in custody. Police have not released the identities of either the victim or the suspect, but confirmed that the suspect is a 26-year-old woman. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are working to determine the motive behind the attack.
Cabot Square, located in the Shaughnessy Village neighborhood, is a known gathering place for marginalized individuals. The area has seen previous incidents of violence, and community advocates have called for increased social services and safety measures.
Anyone with information about the incident is urged to contact the SPVM or Crime Stoppers anonymously.
