Police search for suspect in relation to a fatal stabbing in Niagara Falls

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Police were called to the report of a stabbing on Victoria Avenue between Morrison Street and Simcoe Street, in the City of Niagara Falls on September 6th, 2023, at 2:50am.

Police and paramedics arrived to find an adult male who was suffering from an obvious stab wound.  Despite lifesaving measures, he was pronounced deceased at a local hospital. Police said the initial investigation has determined that officers responded to stabbing that had escalated from a fight between a group of people.

The suspect fled the murder scene on foot.  Detectives have tracked the suspect’s last known location to the area of Morrison Street and 1st Avenue.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact the investigating detectives by calling 905-688-4111, option 3, extension 1009124.