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Naked Man Arrested in Port Moody After Alleged Assault and Knife Threat

The 48-year-old suspect remains in custody as the B.C. Prosecution Service considers charges following the Saturday night incident.

A naked man has been arrested in Port Moody after allegedly assaulting a stranger at Rocky Point Park and threatening people with a knife in a nearby restaurant.
Police tape is seen near Northview Heights Secondary School in Toronto on Monday, January 22, 2024. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Christopher Katsarov
File photo of a Port Moody Police Department officer.

Overview

  • Port Moody police arrested a naked man Saturday night after he allegedly assaulted a stranger in Rocky Point Park and brandished a knife in a nearby restaurant.
  • The incident occurred in a busy area shortly before 10 p.m., prompting multiple 911 calls and a swift police response within two minutes.
  • The 48-year-old suspect was taken into custody near the restaurant without further incident, and no serious injuries were reported.
  • Police have interviewed several witnesses and are encouraging the public to provide any additional information about the incident.
  • The B.C. Prosecution Service is currently reviewing the case to determine potential charges against the suspect.