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Boy, 11, stabbed on Newfoundland soccer field, police say suspect in custody

Darpan News Desk Canadian Press, 26 Sep, 2014 10:48 AM
  • Boy, 11, stabbed on Newfoundland soccer field, police say suspect in custody

ST. JOHN'S, N.L. - A boy was in serious condition Friday in hospital after being stabbed on a soccer field in eastern Newfoundland as horrified parents and young players looked on.

The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary said a male was in custody after being arrested Thursday night not far from the Topsail Soccer Field and Clubhouse in Conception Bay South near St. John's.

The town issued a news release saying the victim is an 11-year-old soccer player who was allegedly stabbed by another youth who was in the stands.

Mayor Ken McDonald said in an interview he's in disbelief over the attack, adding that the community is looking for answers.

"It's hard to believe that an 11-year-old child could provoke or do something to an individual ... to have him do this," he said. "It makes you wonder."

McDonald said his thoughts and prayers are with the family.

"It could have been much more tragic," he said. "I do understand the individual is in hospital, (he) lost quite a bit of blood, he's still in serious condition but stable."

Police said a vehicle has been seized in connection with the stabbing. Chief Bill Janes would not confirm the age of the suspect or whether he and the victim knew each other.

A police spokeswoman was unable to confirm Friday whether any charges have been laid.

Upwards of 100 players were at the field for a skills camp when the stabbing occurred. Witnesses said the attacker leapt from the stands, stabbed the boy and fled in a vehicle.

The Conception Bay South Soccer Association posted a statement on its website saying it was "shocked and saddened" by the incident.

The association said crisis intervention counsellors will be available for anyone who needs assistance over the next few days and all activities at Topsail Field and Clubhouse are suspended until further notice.

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