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Pangnirtung lay charges after man slashed with a knife

Appears to be a 'random, isolated incident,' according to police
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A 26-year-old man is facing three charges following an attack with a knife in Pangnirtung on July 29, police say. Black Press file photo

A 26-year-old man in Pangnirtung has been charged after another man was slashed with a knife, leaving him with non-life-threatening injuries, according to police.

After the responded to the July 29 incident, the accused allegedly assaulted the arresting officer. 

The victim, 23, was later released from health centre after being treated. 

SA国际影视传媒淭his appears to be a random, isolated incident SA国际影视传媒 the victim and the accused did not know each other,SA国际影视传媒 said Sgt. Scott Kirychuk of the Pangnirtung .

Joanasie Qumuaqtuq has been charged with assault with a weapon, assaulting a peace officer and failing to comply with a probation order.

A bail hearing was scheduled for July 31. Results were unknown as of press deadline. 



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