London police say a 46 year old man is in custody following a stabbing in northeast London Wednesday evening.
The incident occurred in the area of Oakville Avenue and Huron Street near Clarke Road around 8:30 p.m.
Police say the female victim was transported to hospital by EMS where her injuries were determined to be serious, but non-life threatening.
The man is charged with a number of offences.
- attempt murder
- 9 counts of breach of probation
- theft under $5000
- weapons dangerous
- break and enter and commit
The major crime unit is continuing to investigate.
Although the investigation is in the beginning stages, police say this incident does not appear to be a random act.
Due to the nature of the relationship between the victim and the accused, police will not be releasing the name of the individual in custody.
Anyone with information in relation to this incident is asked to call the London Police Service at (519) 661-5670 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). Information can also be sent in on-line anonymously to www.londoncrimestoppers.com.
