Fort Erie Man Faces Attempted Murder Charge Following Early Morning Stabbing
A 27-year-old man from Fort Erie has been charged with attempted murder after a violent incident that sent a woman to hospital with critical injuries. The Niagara Regional Police responded to a disturbance call early Saturday morning, leading to a tense situation and subsequent arrest.
Police Respond to Disturbance on George Road
According to authorities, officers were dispatched to a residence on George Road in Fort Erie around 5:45 a.m. on Saturday. While en route to the scene, police received additional information indicating that a female victim had been stabbed multiple times and had managed to flee from the residence.
Upon arrival, emergency personnel assisted with evacuating both the victims and residents from neighbouring apartments. One woman sustained life-threatening injuries and was transported to an out-of-region hospital for urgent medical care. A second female received treatment for minor injuries at the scene.
Negotiations Lead to Peaceful Arrest
Niagara Regional Police engaged in negotiations with the male suspect inside the home. The standoff concluded at 10:21 a.m. when the suspect exited the residence voluntarily and was taken into custody without incident.
The accused, identified as Patrick Sassano, now faces multiple serious charges including:
- Attempted murder
- Intimidation by violence
- Two counts of assault
Investigators are urging anyone with information about this case to contact the Niagara Regional Police at 905-688-4111, option 3, extension 1009670. Alternatively, tips can be submitted anonymously through Crime Stoppers of Niagara either online or by calling 1-800-222-8477.
Kitchener Apartment Fire Under Investigation
In a separate incident, emergency crews in Waterloo Region responded to a residential fire in downtown Kitchener during the early hours of Sunday morning. The blaze occurred in the Queen Street and Charles Street area, prompting a swift response from local fire services.
Early Morning Blaze Extinguished Without Injuries
Waterloo Regional Police reported that emergency services were called to the scene around 4:10 a.m. following reports of an apartment fire. Kitchener fire crews successfully extinguished the flames, and fortunately, there were no physical injuries reported among residents or responders.
The cause of the fire remains undetermined at this time, and investigators continue to examine the circumstances surrounding the incident. Authorities have not released any information suggesting suspicious origins, but the investigation remains active and ongoing.
Anyone with information about the Kitchener fire is encouraged to contact Waterloo Regional Police at 519-570-9777. Anonymous tips can also be provided to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or through the waterloocrimestoppers.com website.
Both incidents highlight the ongoing work of emergency services across Ontario communities, responding to critical situations that threaten public safety. The investigations continue as authorities work to determine the full circumstances surrounding these separate events in Fort Erie and Kitchener.
