TTC Employee Stabbed at Dundas Station; Suspect Arrested, Police Report
A Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) employee was stabbed at Dundas Station in downtown Toronto on Wednesday, resulting in serious injuries. The incident took place around 1:10 p.m., prompting a swift response from law enforcement and medical personnel.
Incident Overview
The stabbing occurred at Dundas Station, located on Line 1 of the TTC subway system. Both the victim and the suspect were taken to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Authorities reported that the suspect was apprehended at the scene.
Response from TTC and Authorities
Mandeep Lali, the CEO of TTC, expressed deep concern regarding the attack. In a statement, he described the incident as “unacceptable” and extended wishes for a full recovery to the injured employee. Lali emphasized the importance of safety within the transit system, particularly on the same day that additional Toronto Police patrols were announced for the subway network.
Union Reaction
- The Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU), Local 113, which represents approximately 12,500 TTC employees, confirmed that the employee injured was a customer service agent.
- ATU Local 113 called for a zero-tolerance policy against violence in Toronto’s transit system.
Current Situation
As the police investigation continues, subway trains are not stopping at Dundas Station. The TTC has assured the public that they are working closely with law enforcement to ensure safety throughout the system.
