Photo released of stabbing suspect (update: suspect arrested)

NEWS RELEASE

SAULT STE. MARIE POLICE SERVICE

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3:45 p.m. update

The Sault Ste. Marie Police wish to report that 41-year-old Michael Turcotte has been arrested without incident at approximately 3 p.m. today and will be attending bail court in Sault Ste. Marie.

We wish to thank the public for their assistance in this matter.

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Original 1 p.m. release - Male wanted in connection to double stabbing

Investigators with the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service have obtained a warrant of arrest for 41-year-old Michael Turcotte. 

The accused is wanted for one count of assault, one count of threatening death and two counts of assault with a weapon.

These charges are in relation to an incident on the 31st of August, 2016 in the area of Albert Street West and Cathcart Streets.

Mr. Turcotte is believed to be armed and dangerous. If you see him do not approach him but contact the Sault Ste. Marie Police via 9-1-1.

Anyone who has information regarding the whereabouts of Mr. Turcotte is asked to contact the Sault Ste. Marie Police at 705-949-6300.

If you have any information regarding these crimes, or any other crime, please call Crime Stoppers at 705-942-7867 or 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), submit an e-tip from the Crime Stoppers' website at www.saultcrimestoppers.com or text keyword SSM with your tip to 274637. Text STOP to 274637 to cancel. Text HELP to 274637 for help.

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