‘Armed and dangerous’ man wanted for violent attack turns himself in to Calgary police

EDITOR’S NOTE: This article originally said the attack occurred at a home in the area of 87 Avenue, based on information provided by police. Police later said the home was actually near 87 Street. The article has since been updated to reflect the new information.

A 26-year-old man wanted on a Canada-wide warrant for attempted murder turned himself in to Calgary police on Monday afternoon.

On Thursday, Edmonton police said multiple Canada-wide warrants had been issued for Levi Eden, who was wanted in connection with a home invasion in that city on Jan. 29.

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In a news release issued on Thursday, police said a man forced his way into a home near 87 Street and Strathearn Drive at around 10:15 p.m. A 50-year-old man was inside and was “violently assaulted.”

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Police said the assault happened “throughout the residence” and it’s alleged a knife was pulled out by the suspect at one point. The victim suffered serious, but non-life-threatening injuries and was taken to hospital. He has since been released.

Eden is facing five charges, including attempted murder, aggravated assault and possession of a dangerous weapon.

He turned himself in to Calgary police on March 5, EPS said.