In a recent development, Calgary police have charged a 16-year-old male with two counts of attempted murder following an incident that transpired in the bustling downtown core at approximately 1:45 a.m. on Friday, May 17th.Investigators commenced their investigation after receiving a report of an assault that occurred in the 0 to 100 block of Third Avenue S.E. near Centre Street and Fourth Avenue. Accounts reveal that the two victims, a man and a woman, were attentively examining a City Centre Information Map when fate took an unexpected turn. A youth brandishing a knife swiftly approached the male victim, harboring sinister intentions to stab him. In a heart-pounding moment, the victims swiftly reacted to the imminent danger posed by their attacker and fled the scene with the suspect relentlessly pursuing them. The woman, in a desperate attempt to evade her pursuer, sought refuge by concealing herself beneath a parked car situated in an alleyway on Third Avenue. Undeterred, the suspect relentlessly pursued her while the male victim frantically sought assistance from patrolling officers.As patrol officers swiftly responded to the scene, the suspect made an attempt to flee; however, his efforts proved futile as he was apprehended and taken into custody. Fortunately, neither the man nor the woman sustained any physical injuries during the incident. Investigations have revealed that the victims and the suspect were previously unacquainted. The accused teenager is scheduled to make his next court appearance on June 6th.Concurrent with the ongoing investigation, detectives are actively seeking to locate and speak with a Good Samaritan who may possess critical information that could assist in piecing together the sequence of events. According to witness accounts, the Good Samaritan observed the female victim running into the alleyway and approached her to inquire about her well-being. The Good Samaritan is described as an Indigenous woman between the ages of 25 and 35, with a medium-heavy build and dark hair. At the time of the incident, she was carrying a small black purse, had her hair styled in a high bun, and was clad in a grey hoodie, black bike shorts, and black moccasins.Members of the public who may possess any information pertaining to this incident are earnestly requested to contact the Calgary Police Service by dialing 403-266-1234. Additionally, individuals wishing to provide anonymous tips can do so via Crime Stoppers.
Calgary Teen Charged with Attempted Murder, Good Samaritan Sought
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