Suspect sought in screwdriver stabbing
Victoria police are asking for the public’s help in identifying a man who stabbed a loss-prevention officer with a screwdriver after a theft was interrupted.
They said a man tried to steal from a business in the 900-block of Yates Street about 3 p.m. Jan. 19.
When he was confronted by the loss-prevention officer the man spat on him, then stabbed him with a screwdriver when he tried to apprehend him.
The victim was wearing a protective vest, which prevented serious injury.
The man fled on foot. Photos of the suspect have been released. He is described as white and five-foot-nine with a slim build, and was wearing a baseball cap with a red brim, black jacket over a grey hoodie and blue jeans.
Call Victoria police at 250-9957654, extension 1, with an information or report anonymously to Greater Victoria Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).