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Ski Hill Stabbing: Man Stabbed at Mount Sima
9 Mar
Summary
- A 19-year-old man was stabbed in the abdomen at Mount Sima.
- RCMP received the report Sunday afternoon and one person is in custody.
- Police stated it was an isolated incident with no public risk.
RCMP in Whitehorse are investigating a stabbing that occurred Sunday afternoon at the Mount Sima ski hill. Officers were alerted around 3 p.m. when a 19-year-old man reported being stabbed in the abdomen while on the mountain.
One individual has been taken into custody in connection with the incident. Authorities have confirmed the incident is considered isolated and that there is no perceived risk to the public, with no apparent link to the Arctic Winter Games or its athletes.
Mount Sima, located south of Whitehorse, saw police officers questioning patrons as they left the premises on Sunday. The Friends of Mount Sima Society expressed gratitude for first responders and is cooperating with the RCMP's investigation to ensure community safety.
