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Police investigate stabbing on Rideau Street in Ottawa

Ottawa Police headquarters on Elgin St. is seen in this undated photo. (CTV News Ottawa) Ottawa Police headquarters on Elgin St. is seen in this undated photo. (CTV News Ottawa)
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Ottawa police have a man in custody in connection to a stabbing on Rideau Street in downtown Ottawa.

Police say the victim was walking on Rideau Street at approximately 6:40 p.m. Wednesday when he was bumped into by an unknown individual.

"This person pulled a knife and slashed the victim's hand," police say.

Frontline officers arrested the suspect nearby a short time later.

The investigation continues.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact Ottawa Police at 613-236-1222 ext. 5166.

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