Image: Mike Vanden Bosch / PML / Chilliwack RCMP announced Wednesday they have arrested a 35-year-old Chilliwack man in connection with an aggravated assault that left a 30-year-old man initially unconscious. The victim of the aggravated assault has since been released from hospital. The suspect has also been released on conditions.
By Mike Vanden Bosch
Aggravated assault suspect arrested

Chilliwack RCMP arrest 35-year-old Chilliwack man for aggravated assault

Feb 8, 2023 | 1:14 PM

CHILLIWACK — Mounties in Chilliwack have arrested a 35-year-old man after he was involved in an aggravated assault incident Tuesday afternoon that sent a 30-year-old man to hospital.

According to Sgt. Krista Vrolyk, media relations spokesperson for the Chilliwack RCMP, Chilliwack RCMP took the Chilliwack man into custody. The suspect has since been released on conditions pending his first court appearance.

Meanwhile, the 30-year-old victim has been released from hospital and the investigation continues, Sgt. Vrolyk said.

At least 10 Chilliwack RCMP units were called to the 9300 block of Nowell Street Tuesday at about 3:30 p.m. after receiving reports of an aggravated assault. Information at the time revealed a man had been assaulted and sustained significant injury.

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First responders from the Chilliwack Fire Department performed emergency first aid on the victim who was initially unconscious and having difficulty breathing. The man was transported to hospital Tuesday afternoon.

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Police have reason to believe this was a targeted attack, Sgt. Vrolyk said.

by Mike Vanden Bosch

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