A 32-year-old suspect is facing charges in connection with the stabbing of a Red Deer transit bus passenger on Thursday evening.
Red Deer RCMP said they responded to a 911 call of a stabbing on a city bus in Clearview on Thursday evening.
Police said a bus passenger stabbed another while leaving the bus and then fled on foot.
\The victim was taken to hospital to be treated for non-life-threatening injuries.
RCMP, including members of Police Dog Services and the Downtown Patrol Unit, swarmed the area and quickly located and arrested a suspect.
RCMP thanked the public for their assistance and quick actions prior to the arrival of first responders.
"The co-operation of citizens played a crucial role in managing the situation," said police.
Charges are pending against a 32-year-old Red Deer man.
Anyone with information regarding this incident or any illegal activity within the city of Red Deer should contact Red Deer RCMP at 403-406-2200. To remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), online at www.P3Tips.com or by using the "P3 Tips" app available through the Apple App or Google Play Store. To report crime online, or for access to RCMP news and information, download the Alberta RCMP app through Apple or Google Play.