Man, 52, in hospital after stabbing in York

A Toronto Police Service cruiser is seen at night in this undated photo. CITYNEWS

Posted January 2, 2026 11:36 pm.

Last Updated January 3, 2026 2:25 pm.

A 52-year-old man is in the hospital after he was stabbed in York late Friday night, according to police.

Officers say the stabbing occurred just after 10:20 p.m. in the Dufferin Street and Eglinton Avenue area.

Investigators say the victim was taken to a hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Meanwhile, the male suspect fled the scene prior to police arrival.

Police have no released a description of the suspect and have not provided any details about the circumstances leading up to the stabbing.

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