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Targeted Stabbing at Calgary Stampede Midway Leaves Three Hospitalized

Authorities are appealing for witness recordings following a nonrandom attack that hospitalized three people in serious but stable condition.

Overview

  • On the night of July 8, a group of assailants stabbed three related individuals near the Euroslide ride during the Stampede midway in a nonrandom attack.
  • All three victims are hospitalized in serious but stable condition at Foothills Hospital.
  • Calgary Police Service believes the attackers were known to the victims and has not identified or arrested any suspects.
  • Investigators are appealing to witnesses with cellphone recordings of the incident to come forward with information.
  • Earlier on July 8, a separate fight at the midway led to the arrest of four people, spurring organizers and police to review security protocols.