Levi Robert Gunnarson, 26, was charged on Sunday, June 29, 2014, with assault with a weapon, possession of a weapon, and breach conditions of recognizance (x2).
EPS Southwest Division detectives continue to investigate and interview witnesses, and believe there may be one more adult male who was involved in the altercation. Anyone with information regarding the altercation is asked to contact the Edmonton Police Service at 780-423-4567or #377 from a mobile phone. Anonymous information can be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.tipsubmit.com/start.htm.
Background:
At approximately 3:10 a.m. on Sunday, June 29, 2014, police responded to a report of an altercation between four men in the area of 81 Avenue and 104 Street. During the altercation, a 31-year-old male was allegedly struck with an unknown object, and a 22-year-old male was allegedly stabbed. EMS treated and transported the two men to hospital, with the 22-year-old male in serious but non-life-threatening condition. Police apprehended one of the adult male suspects nearby. Alcohol is believed to be a contributing factor and the incident did not appear to be random.