A man was seriously injured in a stabbing incident at the South Millway Shopping Centre, near the intersection of Erin Mills Parkway and South Millway, on Wednesday morning. The victim sustained wounds to the neck and stomach and has since been reported in stable condition. Police confirmed that a suspect, believed to be a student from an Erindale-area secondary school, is now in custody.
The incident occurred around 11:30 a.m., according to preliminary reports from witnesses at the scene. Emergency services and multiple Peel Regional Police units responded swiftly to the call, surrounding the shopping center as they secured the area and took the suspect into custody.
Authorities issued an advisory urging the public to avoid the shopping centre and nearby intersections while the investigation was underway.
What Law Enforcement Has Confirmed
Peel Regional Police (PRP), which serve the Mississauga region, have acknowledged responding to a stabbing at a commercial plaza in the area but have not released full details about the motive or sequence of events. PRP spokespersons assured the public that the suspect is under arrest and that the victim’s condition is stable, reducing immediate concern of an ongoing threat.
No further details have been released regarding the relationship between the suspect and the victim or whether the incident stemmed from a personal dispute or other motive.
Site of the Incident
The South Millway Shopping Centre is located near the bustling intersection of Erin Mills Parkway and South Millway, southwest of central Mississauga. The area hosts a mix of retail stores, service outlets, and community businesses, making Wednesday’s incident particularly alarming for local residents and shoppers.
Suspect’s Background
Investigations indicate that the suspect attends a local school in the Erindale area of Mississauga. No charges have been formally detailed by police as of this writing, but the arrest is likely to lead to charges related to assault with a weapon.
Public Safety Response
Peel Regional Police have routinely responded to knife-related and violent-crime incidents across Mississauga, emphasizing neighborhood safety and community engagement. Recent years have seen sporadic cases of youth-related altercations and stabbings in the city, although most incidents occur outside major retail centers. Past reports have involved altercations near Erin Mills Parkway and surrounding neighborhoods.
Residents and visitors to the area are encouraged to remain cautious and to report any information regarding the incident to Peel Regional Police or Crime Stoppers.
