Police have arrested a woman on assault charges after investigating an alleged knife fight that was reported Sunday afternoon.
RCMP responded to a call at the 500-block of Victoria Ave. by a woman who had been assaulted at a nearby park.
The assault victim said there was a group hanging out at the park when another woman began fighting with her, and pulled out a knife and attempted to attack her.
Police arrived and arrested the the agressor, who is being held in custody pending a court appearance Monday afternoon. RCMP are recommending charges of assault with a weapon, possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose and a weapon in unauthorized possession.
“RCMP continue to investigate and are asking anyone who may have witnessed this altercation to call the office at 250-489-3471,” said Cst. Katie Forgeron.
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