Quesnel RCMP investigate stabbing at local gas station

Quesnel RCMP are investigating a stabbing that left a man seriously injured at a downtown gas station on Thursday, Jan. 8.

Police said in a press release officers were called to the Petro Canada gas station in the 200 block of McLean Street at about 5:55 p.m. on Jan. 8, after a report that a man had been stabbed.

A 40-year-old man was taken to the hospital with serious injuries and later transported by air ambulance for further care.

A 34-year-old Quesnel man has been arrested in connection with the incident and remains in custody, pending a court appearance.

“If anyone was in the area around that time and witnessed anything or has dash cam video, please contact the Quesnel RCMP,” Quesnel RCMP Sgt. Clay Kronebusch said.