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Toronto: 2 youths charged after stabbing near Thorncliffe Park Drive

Two youths have been charged after a stabbing near Thorncliffe Park Drive and Overlea Boulevard. Police said the victim was taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries.

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Two youths have been arrested and charged after a reported stabbing in Toronto’s Thorncliffe Park Drive and Overlea Boulevard area, police said. Officers responded to the call at 8:34 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 9, 2026.

Police allege that two youths assaulted a victim with an edged weapon and then fled the scene. The victim was taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries, police said. Officers later arrested both youths.

Charges and court appearances

One youth faces nine types of charges, including two counts of failing to comply with a probation order. The charges are:

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  • Disguise with intent
  • Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose
  • Carrying a concealed weapon
  • Assault with a weapon
  • Aggravated assault
  • Robbery with a weapon
  • Two counts of failing to comply with a probation order
  • Possession of property obtained by crime
  • Uttering threats to cause death or bodily harm

The other youth is charged with three offences:

  • Disguise with intent
  • Robbery with a weapon
  • Possession of property obtained by crime

Both youths were scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice at 10 Armoury Street on Thursday, Nov. 12, at 10 a.m., in room 606Y, police said.

Police are asking anyone with information about the incident to call 416-808-5300.

About these reports

This article is based on the official statement linked below. Charges are allegations; everyone is presumed innocent until proven guilty in court.

Official source: Toronto Police Service

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