Vancouver police are looking to speak to witnesses after a man’s throat was slashed, causing serious injuries.
The unprovoked attack happened in Mount Pleasant on Sunday afternoon.
The victim, a 46-year-old man, was near Quebec Street and East 10th Avenue around 3 pm when someone approached from behind and cut his throat, then walked away.
Several bystanders came to the victim’s aid, called 911, and stayed with the victim until first responders arrived.
VPD officers arrested the suspect about a block south of Kingsgate Mall.
Jesse Attig, a 30-year-old from Vancouver, has been charged with attempted murder and remains in custody.
“This attack appears to have been random, and it caused serious injuries to the victim,” said Sgt. Steve Addison. “We believe there were a number of people in the area when it happened, and we’re asking anyone with information to contact VPD investigators.”
The victim suffered significant cuts to his neck and throat. He was taken to hospital, received stitches, and was released.
“We’re grateful to everyone who came to the aid of the victim and called 9-1-1 immediately. They provided comfort to the injured victim and allowed VPD officers to arrest the suspect while he was still in the area,” adds Addison.
Anyone with information who hasn’t yet spoken to police is asked to call VPD’s Major Crime Section at 604-717-2541.
