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Hamilton man arrested after several stabbed at Hamilton Downtown Mosque
A Hamilton man has been arrested after several people were stabbed at the Hamilton Downtown Mosque on Friday afternoon.
Hamilton police say a fight broke out around 2:15 p.m. outside of the building on York Boulevard near Hess Street North. The altercation continued inside of the mosque, resulting in multiple people being stabbed.
Hamilton EMS Supt. Dave Thompson said paramedics brought a man to a local trauma centre in serious condition. However, Hamilton police say his injuries are non-life-threatening.
Hamilton Police are investigating a stabbing at the #HamOnt downtown mosque. Two individuals have been transported to hospital. More details to come.
— Hamilton Police (@HamiltonPolice) May 2, 2025
Another man was treated for minor injuries at the scene and refused to be taken to hospital for further care.
Police say a third person showed up at a hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
The investigation led detectives to an address on Hamilton Mountain where Abdullah Alkhlif, 40, of Hamilton was arrested and charged with aggravated assault and assault causing bodily harm.
Investigators say the stabbing does not appear to be hate-motivated, and the victims and suspect are known to each other.
Any witnesses or people with further information are asked to contact Det. Kersgens at 905-546-3816.
