Man critically injured in North York stabbing, suspect sought: police

Toronto police investigate a stabbing on Harlandale Avenue in North York on May 1, 2025. (CityNews)

By Patricia D'Cunha

Posted May 1, 2025 9:06 am.

Last Updated May 1, 2025 11:59 am.

A man in his 20s is in life-threatening condition following a stabbing in North York.

Officers with the Toronto Police Service (TPS) were called to Harlandale Avenue, a residential area northwest of Yonge Street and Sheppard Avenue West, just after 8 a.m. on Thursday.

The man was initially transported to hospital with serious injuries, which police later said were life-threatening,

Police have released a limited description of the suspect but say he fled the area with a female, in a vehicle.

So far, a description of the vehicle has not been provided.

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