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One dead in east end stabbing: Sault Police (4 photos)

Police say the victim was transported to hospital and later died of the injuries

One person is dead and another is in custody following a stabbing in the city's east end, Sault Ste. Marie Police report.

Police say at 4:33 p.m. today, officers responded to a call of an altercation in the 0-100 block of Muriel Drive. 

Upon arrival, police say officers located a victim who had been stabbed. The victim was taken to hospital and later died as a result of their injuries.

An accused has been taken into custody. Police are reporting the accused and the victim were known to each other.

A news release issued tonight states there is no threat to public safety, however, community members are urged to avoid the area so officers can conduct their investigation.

Further details will be released as they become available.