Vancouver police reported that three individuals were stabbed near the Yaletown seawall early on Friday, and the female assailant is still at large. The incidents occurred close to David Lam Park around 7:30 a.m. PT, with the victims sustaining non-life-threatening wounds and being transported to the hospital. According to Const. Tania Visintin, a spokesperson for the Vancouver Police Department, the stabbings appeared to be unrelated and could have happened within minutes of each other without any prior altercations.
Visintin stated to CBC News that the stabbings seemed unprovoked and random, with no preceding confrontations. The suspect is described as an Indigenous woman in her late 20s or early 30s, sporting long black hair in a ponytail and a slender physique. She was reportedly dressed in a large black leather jacket, tight pants, and a leopard-print shirt or scarf. Authorities are currently reviewing surveillance footage in the vicinity to obtain a clearer image of the suspect.
Acknowledging the apprehension of seawall users, Visintin noted the distressing nature of the incident for both frequent visitors and local residents. While the physical injuries are expected to heal, the psychological impact following an unexpected assault can be profound. Visintin urged individuals with any relevant information or video recordings to come forward and assist the police in their investigation.
