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1 arrested after Victoria Day double-stabbing in Hamilton

Hamilton police say they were called out to aid an EMS team following an altercation on James Street North Jan. 10. Don Mitchell / Global News

A Hamilton man is facing multiple charges after a stabbing incident in the city centre on Victoria Day.

Investigators say two people were sent to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries after they were allegedly assaulted around 8:00 p.m. in the area of Main Street East and Wentworth Street South.

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The suspect fled on foot after the incident and prior to police arrival.

Both victims and the accused were known to one another.

The 22-year-old has since been arrested and is facing four charges including a pair of assault charges and failing to comply with probation.

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