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RCMP arrest youth for violent assault with an axe

RCMP in Thompson have arrested a 13-year-old male after he allegedly assaulted a 58-year-old man with an axe.

Police say that they were called to a fight on Churchill Drive in the northern city around 7:30 pm September 11, 2019.

When officers arrived the suspect was being held by a number of bystanders.

The victim was rushed to hospital with non-life threatening injuries.

The youth is facing charges of Assault with a Weapon and Possession of a Weapon for Dangerous Purpose.

RCMP continue to investigate

© News4.ca 2020

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