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Female assaulted with weapon in North York, suspect in custody

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Police were called to a stabbing on Steeles St. near Yonge at 3:15 a.m. Monday after a woman was left seriously injured.

One female was taken to hospital after being assaulted with a weapon in North York early Monday morning.

The incident occurred at around 3:15 a.m. in the area of Yonge Street and Steeles Avenue.

Police said they were initially called to the area for reports of a stabbing on the roadway.

A female victim was transported to hospital with serious injuries after being assaulted with a weapon, police said.

One man was arrested at the scene and the investigation is ongoing.