Man in critical condition after Brantford stabbing

A 20-year-old man is in critical condition after a stabbing in Brantford early Wednesday.

Brantford police were called to Nelson Street and Park Avenue around 2:55 a.m. June 10 for a 20-year-old who had been stabbed.

The victim was transported to hospital where he remains in critical condition, police said.

The stabbing is not believed to be a random attack and does not pose a risk to public safety," police said.

The incident is under investigation by the major crime unit.

Anyone with information is asked to call police at 519-756-7050.

To remain anonymous, contact Brant-Brantford Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or tipsubmit.com.

Nicole O'Reilly is a Hamilton-based reporter covering crime and justice for The Spectator. Reach her via email: noreilly@thespec.com