Police are searching for a suspect after a 62-year-old West Kelowna man was stabbed shortly before 3:30 p.m. last Sunday.
RCMP say they were called to a report of a stabbing at Sidney's Swap & Shop located at 2474 Main Street.
A lone, masked male suspect entered the shop and asked for change before demanding money.
Despite the suspect being given an undisclosed amount of cash, it is alleged that he produced a knife and stabbed a 62-year-old West Kelowna man.
The male suspect fled the scene on a bicycle and could not be located.
Although the suspect was wearing a mask, he is believed to be known to the staff as a homeless man living in the area. He is described as:
- Caucasian male
- 30-35 years
- 5 ft 9 in (175 cm)
- 154 lbs (70 kg)
- Slim build
- Last seen wearing a green hooded jacket
Anyone with any information regarding the identity of the suspect or his whereabouts is asked to contact the West Kelowna RCMP, Cpl. Podmoroff at 250-768-2880.
Remain anonymous by calling Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477, leaving a tip online at www.crimestoppers.net or by texting your tip to CRIMES (274637) ktown.