Quesnel, B.C. – Mounties have arrested a 40 year old Quesnel man following a stabbing Saturday.

Constable Krista Vrolyk says it happened shortly before noon in the 200 block of Front Street near the footbridge.

"Police attended and located a 21 year old male suffering from a stab wound. The investigation determined that the 21 year old had been fighting with another male who pulled a knife during the altercation."

She says the victim was later transported to G.R. Baker Hospital for treatment then released.

Vrolyk says the 40 year old suspect is facing one count of Assault with a Weapon and is set me make his first formal court appearance later today.

No names have been released.