A Fort Nelson man has been sentenced to 345 days in jail after a stabbing at a local residence last month.
Northern Rockies RCMP responded to a report of a stabbing on Dene Etene Road at about 2:09 a.m. on Aug. 22.
Police said their investigation led to a man being charged with assault with a weapon.
The man turned himself in to police several days after the incident.
Police said he was convicted of the offence following court proceedings and sentenced to 345 days in jail.
Sgt. Christian Drabosenig of the Northern Rockies RCMP said the detachment recognizes the importance of keeping residents informed about significant court outcomes resulting from police investigations.
He also thanked members of the public and community partners who provided information or assistance during the investigation.
Police have not released further details about the circumstances surrounding the stabbing.
