On July 19th, Campbell River RCMP investigated reports of a stabbing in the city’s downtown core.

The victim had been stabbed in the back.

They were transported to Campbell River Hospital, where they were treated and released.

As a result of this investigation, the police arrested a 24-year-old suspect on July 27.

A search warrant was later executed on a tent located in Nunn’s Creek Park, believed to be the suspect’s residence.

Police seized several firearms. The weapons included modified rifles and shotguns, along with ammunition.

The RCMP also seized over 100 grams of fentanyl. They found quantities of the opioid Dilaudid and crack cocaine.

A cache of stolen goods was also recovered.

The suspect will face numerous drugs and weapons related charges. The man has been released under protective conditions.