Man assaulted from behind with machete at North End park
Posted October 30, 2024 9:36 am.
Last Updated October 30, 2024 9:44 am.
Winnipeg police say a man was seriously injured after he was attacked with a machete and bear spray at a North End park on Tuesday morning.
The Winnipeg Police Service says the 44-year-old victim was taken to hospital in unstable condition and later upgraded to stable.
Investigators believe the man was alone in St. Jonh’s Park – on St. Johns Avenue and Main Street – around 3:30 a.m. when he was assaulted.
“Despite his injuries, the victim managed to walk to Main Street, where he collapsed, and emergency services were called,” police said in a news release.
The victim was not able to provide a description of the suspect of suspects. Winnipeg police believe the attack was unprovoked, with no known connection between those involved.
The major crimes unit is investigating and attempting to identify a suspect.
Anyone with information is asked to contact police or Crime Stoppers.
