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Penticton RCMP seek help in identifying 2 suspects in stabbing incident

A photo of two suspects released by Penticton RCMP following a stabbing incident on the evening of Jan. 7. Penticton RCMP

Police in the South Okanagan are asking for public help in identifying two suspects in a stabbing incident last week.

Penticton RCMP say a 27-year-old man was transported to hospital on the evening of Jan. 7, suffering from an apparent stab wound.

The incident took place along the 200 block of Main Street around 8:30 p.m., with officers responding to a report of two men fighting.

The victim was found on the sidewalk, with serious, non-life-threatening injuries and officers providing first aid.

Penticton RCMP say they obtained video surveillance of two suspects and are hoping the public can help identify them.

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“The motive for the assault isn’t clear, but officers do not believe this incident was random,” said Const. James Grandy.

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“We’re asking for anyone who recognizes either suspect caught on video surveillance to contact us.”

Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact the Penticton RCMP at 250-492-4300.

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