Man in critical condition, 2 arrested after fight, stabbing in South Surrey

RCMP officers were called to South Surrey on Tuesday, where health officials say one man was critically injured in a fight.

BC Emergency Health Services (BCEHS) said paramedics were called to the area of South Meridian Elementary School just before 9 a.m. for a stabbing.

It said one person was airlifted to hospital in critical condition.

Surrey RCMP said officers were called to reports of a fight in the 900 block of 160 Street, and arrived to find a man suffering stab wounds.

Get breaking National news

For news impacting Canada and around the world, sign up for breaking news alerts delivered directly to you when they happen.

Sign up for breaking National newsletter Sign Up

By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy.

It said two suspects fled the scene first in a vehicle, then on foot, but were arrested in Cloverdale with help from the RCMP dog squad.

Police said the attack appears targeted.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Surrey RCMP.

WATCH: Surrey city councillor raises public safety concerns with police transition

4:54 Surrey city councillor raises public safety concerns with police transition