Man critically injured after being stabbed in Montreal – Montreal

Montreal police say a man is fighting for his life after being stabbed in the city’s Villemarie neighborhood on Sunday night.

Officers found the victim on the ground around 10 p.m. at the corner of de la Gauchetière and Clarke Streets.

The man was stabbed at least once in the upper body, police said. Witnesses told police a fight broke out between him and a group of people.

The victim was taken to a hospital and his injuries are not life-threatening. He is still in critical condition.

A 31-year-old man was arrested shortly after the group involved in the brawl fled the scene, police said. He will be questioned by investigators.

A security perimeter has been established in the area where the investigation is ongoing.