Man recovering in Saskatoon hospital from stab wound to chest

Saskatoon police say they have charged a man after another man was stabbed in the chest on Saturday.

At around 3:50 p.m. CT, officers were called to an injured person in the area of 40th Street and Quebec Avenue. Police said a suspect had fled after the victim was stabbed.

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The injured man was taken to hospital where he was previously reported to be in serious but stable condition. He underwent surgery for the chest wound.

A canine officer was brought in and located a suspect at 4th Avenue and Queen Street. Police said a 26-year-old man was arrested and a weapon believed to have been used in the stabbing was recovered.

He is facing several charges including aggravated assault. The accused is expected to appear Sunday in front of a justice of the peace.

Police said the suspect and victim are known to each other.