Man seriously injured in weapon attack

May 2, 2026 - Sparwood, British Columbia
From: Elk Valley Regional RCMP

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On April 25, 2026, at approximately 08:22 am Elk Valley Regional RCMP Detachment frontline officers, along with BC Ambulance, responded to a report of an unconscious man who appeared to have been violently attacked on Matevic Road in Sparwood BC.  BC Ambulance transported the injured man directly to Cranbrook Hospital for treatment of his injuries, and he is receiving further care at a regional hospital. 

Three vehicles were identified by investigation as being involved and were seized by Police. 

Elk Valley RCMP believe this was an isolated incident and that there is no further risk to the public. Our investigation is ongoing.

Anyone with information regarding this event, please contact the Elk Valley RCMP at 250-425-6233 or ElkValleyRcmp@rcmp-grc.gc.ca . Please refer to file 2026-1112. 

S/Sgt. S.D.A. (Svend) NIELSEN

Detachment Commander

Elk Valley Regional RCMP Detachment

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