A Peterborough, Ont., man is facing several charges following a stabbing in the area of the London Street footbridge last week.
According to the Peterborough Police Service, around 1 p.m. on Thursday, June 30, officers responded to reports of a stabbing near the footbridge. Police located a man suffering from stab wounds following an altercation with another man.
The victim was taken to Peterborough Regional Health Centre.
A search of the area failed to locate the suspect. However, police say several hours later the suspect turned himself into police.
A 51-year-old Peterborough man was arrested and charged aggravated assault and possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose.
The accused was held in custody and appeared in court on Friday, July 1, police said Monday.