SASKATOON - Update: Sept. 29: A 24-year-old man has been arrested in connection to stabbings that occurred on Sept. 18 and 23.
On Sept. 28, police observed a wanted suspect in the 1600 block of 22nd Street West. A perimeter was quickly set up around the residence and police were able to contact the suspect. At approximately 2:45 p.m., officers were able to get the suspect to surrender without further incident.
A 24-year-old man was arrested and has currently been charged with aggravated assault, assault causing bodily harm, and failing to comply with a court order.
Update Sept. 24: The Saskatoon Police Service is releasing a photo of Dakota Douglas Halkett, who is wanted as a suspect in two stabbings that occurred in the past week.
On Sept. 18 at approximately 8:50 a.m., police were called to the 100 block of Avenue T Â鶹´«Ã½AV for a report of an injured person. Initial information stated someone had been stabbed. The suspect fled the scene before police arrived.
Then, on Sept. 23 at approximately 11:55 p.m., police were called to the 100 block of Avenue U Â鶹´«Ã½AV for a report of an injured person.
Upon arrival, officers located a female suffering from injuries consistent with a stab wound; she was treated by paramedics and transported to hospital with what were believed to be non-life-threatening injuries.
Dakota Douglas Halkett is the suspect in both stabbings. A warrant has been issued for his arrest. Halkett faces charges relating to aggravated assault, assault, and failure to comply with court-ordered conditions.
The Saskatoon Police Service asks anyone with information on Halkett’s whereabouts to contact police at 306-975-8300 or Crime Stoppers. Police ask the public not to approach him.
Original post Sept. 19: Police are investigating following a stabbing Wednesday morning in Saskatoon.
On Sept. 18 at approximately 8:50 a.m. police were called to the 100 block of Avenue T Â鶹´«Ã½AV for a report of an injured person. Initial information stated someone had been stabbed.
Upon arrival, officers located a male suffering from injuries consistent with a stab wound. He was treated by paramedics on scene and transported to hospital with what were believed to be non-life-threatening injuries.
The suspect fled the scene before police arrival. A warrant has been issued for his arrest.
He is described as male, approximately 5'10", around 130 lbs., with short dark hair. The man had a BMX bike with him that was painted blue.
The Saskatoon Police Serious Assault Unit (SAU) is continuing to investigate.
Anyone with information that may assist in the investigation is asked to contact police at 306-975-8300 or Crime Stoppers.
