A 16-year-old boy has been charged in connection with a stabbing at the basketball courts on Lakeshore Drive in Barrie.
Police say they responded to a report of a stabbing around 9 p.m. on Tuesday.
They say the victim is a 17-year-old male from Barrie.
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He was taken to hospital where he was treated and released.
The suspect, who is also from Barrie, is facing several charges, including aggravated assault, possession of weapons for a dangerous purpose, and uttering threats.
Police are seeking additional witnesses, or anyone who may have captured the event on their dashcam or cellphone.
Anyone with information can contact Detective Van Schubert at dvanschubert@barriepolice.ca or 705-725-7025.
