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Yellowknife RCMP searching for assault suspect

Cameron Wilkinson
By Cameron Wilkinson

Yellowknife RCMP are searching for a suspect.

Early yesterday morning, around 2:45am, a man was assaulted on 50 street. Police say it was near the Raven’s Pub.

The victim was taken to Stanton Territorial Hospital for treatment.

Witnesses say the victim was seen talking to another man before the assault took place. The suspect is described as roughly 5’4″ tall, with a wide build.

The suspect allegedly left the scene walking towards Franklin Avenue.

If you have any information, contact the RCMP immediately.

Cameron Wilkinson
Cameron Wilkinson
News Reporter

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