911 call about man chasing people with knife shuts down Vancouver street

The Vancouver Police Department blocked off part of the downtown core Wednesday for a stabbing investigation.

VPD shared that Cambie Street is closed between Smithe and Robson “for the investigation of a serious assault. ”

#VanTraffic: The 800 block of Cambie Street is closed to vehicle traffic in both directions for the investigation of a serious assault. pic.twitter.com/gSTTBCIwTv

— Vancouver Police (@VancouverPD) March 20, 2024

One person was seriously injured in the stabbing. A 911 caller reported that a man was chasing people with a knife near Smithe and Beatty Streets, Cpl. Tania Visintin said in a news release.

“The victim was taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries, where he was treated and has since been released,” she said.

Officers arrested a 46-year-old suspect nearby.

Traffic maps showed delays in the area because of the closure.

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Anyone with information about what happened who hasn’t yet spoken to police can contact the Major Crime Section at 604-717-2541.