On Monday, Jul. 31, 2023, at approximately 4 a.m., Northeast Branch patrol officers responded to a disturbance call at a residence near 118 Avenue and 38 Street.
Upon arrival, police located two females and one male suffering from extensive, life-threatening injuries. Further investigation led officers to a second nearby residence where the attacks occurred.
While officers were assessing and providing urgent care to the three victims prior to the arrival of EMS, another male victim with a serious stab wound was discovered in a nearby vehicle.
While the machete assaults were not random, investigators believe they were unprovoked.
The suspect was soon identified, and on Wednesday, Aug. 2, 2023, police located and arrested Bobby-James Lavallee, 33, of Prince George, BC. He is facing charges of attempted murder, aggravated assault (x4), andbreaches of conditions and probation.
Investigators are seeking the public’s assistance in locating the machete, which has not yet been recovered. The weapon is described as a “Kukri” style knife, pictured below.
Example of “Kukri” style machete
The weapon may be located at a residence or business near the crime scene. If the machete is found, witnesses are asked not to touch it, and to immediately contact the EPS at 780-423-4567or #377 from a mobile phone. Anonymous information can also be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.p3tips.com/250.