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Girl Under 18 Arrested After Scarborough Home Stabbing Leaves Woman in 80s in Life-Threatening Condition

Police say they are not seeking other suspects during the ongoing investigation.

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A Toronto Police vehicle is seen at Bluffers Park in Scarborough, Aug. 17, 2020.

Overview

  • Officers were called around 1:40 p.m. to a residence near Sheppard Avenue East and McCowan Road after reports of a stabbing.
  • The victim, a woman in her late 80s, was found with significant injuries and her condition was later updated to life-threatening.
  • Acting Insp. Brian Maslowski said the girl was arrested a short distance from the home without incident.
  • Police confirmed the suspect and victim lived in the same residence, but declined to specify their relationship.
  • Authorities have urged anyone with information to contact Toronto Police as the probe continues.