Man in custody after alleged assault on Calgary tourists at Abbott and West Cordova

A 34-year-old man is being held in custody after two visitors from Calgary were allegedly assaulted near Abbott and West Cordova streets, according to the Vancouver Police Department (VPD).

Police said patrol officers saw a confrontation unfold at about 11 p.m. on October 21. They moved in immediately and put the suspect in handcuffs.

The VPD said the two victims were on their way back from the Bruno Mars concert. Police allege the man punched the male victim in the arm while holding a sharp object, which they believe was glass. The force of the contact, police said, sent the female victim into a nearby light pole.

The man suffered a cut to his left forearm and was treated at the scene by Emergency Health Services, according to police.

The VPD also said the suspect had two outstanding warrants, one for an alleged breach of a probation order and one for failing to attend court.

Police said he has been charged with assault, assault causing bodily harm and assault with a weapon. They did not provide a charge date or any court details. The allegations have not been tested in court, and the accused is presumed innocent.

What's next

The man remains in custody until a bail hearing. The VPD did not say when that hearing will take place. NORTHLINE is not naming the accused at this stage.