An investigation in Elmira has now led to an attempted murder charge for an 80-year-old man.
Waterloo Regional Police were called to a home in the Cardinal Street and Meadowlark Road area just after 7:15 am on Wednesday.
Initially, police told CityNews Kitchener it was because of an assault with a weapon incident.
Investigators then provided an update on Wednesday afternoon and said the initial call related to a dispute at a residence.
A 51-year-old woman sustained injuries from a knife and was transported to a local hospital. Her condition is described as being serious but non-life-threatening.
An 80-year-old man has been arrested and is facing a charge of attempted murder.
Police said the man and woman are known to each other and there’s no public safety concerns.
The investigation into the incident is ongoing.
