The Vancouver Police Department says officers are responding to a “violent” incident in the downtown core Wednesday.
Police say the stabbings near Robson and Hamilton streets have left multiple people injured.
“A number of people have been stabbed, and the suspect has been shot by police,” the VPD shared.
“We’ll provide more info when it’s available,” police added.
Footage of the scene shared with 1130 NewsRadio shows BC Emergency Health Services and firefighting crews attending to victims, with at least one person on a stretcher receiving CPR.
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Vancouver Fire Rescue Services tells 1130 that its crews responded to a “medical” call around 11:38 a.m., however, could not sure any further information.
1130 NewsRadio has reached out to police for more information.
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