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Two Teens Stabbed Playing Basketball in Manitoba

July 26, 2023 3:04 PM | News


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Two teens are recovering after being stabbed while playing basketball in Thompson.

Manitoba RCMP say the incident happened on Tuesday evening when a group of youths were playing on Thompson Drive.

A fight broke out and one teen stabbed two others as well as sprayed the group with bear spray.

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Officers arrested the suspect a short distance away. He was found to be in possession of a knife and bear spray.

Two boys, aged 14 and 16, were taken to hospital with serious injuries, including life-altering injuries to the younger teen.

A 14-year-old Thompson boy has been charged with multiple offences and remains in custody.

RCMP continue to investigate.


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