“Someone was attacked”: Police called to serious assault in front of Queen Elizabeth Theatre

A large police presence and a pool of blood can be seen in Downtown Vancouver Wednesday after an alleged assault near the Queen Elizabeth Theatre.

A white tent has since been placed to cover evidence connected to the investigation on West Georgia and Hamilton Street, and crime scene tape has been placed around the sidewalk and steps to the theatre.

Hamilton Street is closed between West Georgia and Dunsmuir streets.

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A witness told Daily Hive that the victim was attacked around 8:30 am Wednesday, and the suspect was armed with a knife. However, police have not confirmed those details.

More to come…

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