Guelph police searching for suspect in downtown stabbing

Guelph police say an argument between two women turned physical over the weekend when one woman was stabbed and pushed down a flight of stairs.

The alleged incident happened at 90 Carden St. on Sunday at around 4:30 p.m.

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Police said it appears the two women had gotten into an argument the day before. During the argument, one woman allegedly showed the other woman a knife and threatened her, according to police.

The argument continued on Sunday, police said, with one woman stabbing the other in the chest and pushing her down the stairs.

The victim was taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

A police spokesperson said officers know the identity of the suspect and are trying to make an arrest.

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Anyone with information related to this incident is asked to call Guelph police at 519-824-1212.

Anonymous tips can be left with Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8377.