Quebec police arrests man for stabbing spree that killed two, injured five othersPolice earlier said they were looking for a man dressed in medieval clothing and armed with a bladed weapon
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Police in Quebec City early Sunday arrested a man on suspicion of killing two people and injuring five others in a stabbing rampage near the provincial legislature on Halloween.
The provincial police earlier said they were looking for a man dressed in medieval clothing and armed with a bladed weapon who has left “multiple victims”.
Police said the suspect is in his mid-20s and confirmed two have died and five others are hurt. There's no word on a possible motive for the attacks.
Police said five victims have been transported to a hospital. However, there was no immediate word on their conditions.
Police are asking those in the area to remain indoors.