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RCMP investigating Stony Mountain stabbing that put two inmates in hospital

The chief medical examiner's office in Manitoba has called for six inquests, three of which look into the deaths of inmates at the Stony Mountain Institution. Global News

Two inmates at Stony Mountain Institution were taken to hospital after a June 11 stabbing, Manitoba RCMP said.

The incident took place that afternoon, just before 1 p.m., when officers were told that a group of inmates entered another inmate’s cell, and a fight took place.

A 42-year-old was stabbed, police said, and taken to hospital in stable condition, but with serious injuries.

A second inmate, 25, was also hurt in the fight and taken to hospital with minor injuries.

The investigation continues.

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