Youth Stabbed in North Delta
NEWS RELEASE – Stabbing in North Delta
File 2023-8339
On April 12th, 2023, at 9:40 pm, the Delta Police Department responded to a stabbing that occurred on the grounds of McCloskey Elementary School. Upon arrival, officers provided first aid to a 15-year-old victim with stab wounds. The youth was transferred to a local hospital and is in stable condition. The injuries have been classified as non-life threatening.
The investigation has determined the victim was targeted. There is no known connection to any other high-profile assaults in the lower mainland involving youth.
While the incident occurred on school grounds, there is no connection to the school.
Police officers will be in the area today to continue the investigation and look to collect video.
If you were driving in the area of 116th St and 80th Ave on April 12th, between 9:20 pm and 9:50 pm, and you have dash camera video, our investigators would like to hear from you. If you live near McCloskey Elementary School and have video available at your home, or if you witnessed any suspicious activity during that same time, please contact the Delta Police Department at (604)-946-4411 and quote file number 2023-8339.