FILE# 2018-4699

PORT MOODY – On August 8, 2018 at approximately 8:17 pm, the Port Moody Police responded to the report of a domestic disturbance in the 1500 block of Fernwood Place, Port Moody, BC.

Upon attendance, the police learned that the victim had been assaulted and had fled the residence.  The suspect was believed to be within the residence however did not respond to verbal communication attempts or phone calls.  The residence was contained and the male suspect eventually exited the home.

The male suspect was initially non-compliant however was eventually taken into custody.  The male was transported to hospital with significant self-inflicted injuries.

The female victim was also transported to hospital with serious by non-life threatening injuries.

The Port Moody Police Major Crimes section attended the scene and is investigating.  The Port Moody Police Victim services section was activated and also attended the scene.

The suspect remains in police custody.

Sgt. Travis Carroll

Community Services Section, Port Moody Police

Email:  media@portmoodypolice.com

Office: 604-461-3456

Fax: 604-937-1311