Man arrested in Vancouver after spray painter threatens pedestrian with knife
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VANCOUVER – A 50-year-old man has been arrested in Vancouver for allegedly trying to spray a stranger with paint and threatening him with a knife after being confronted.
Vancouver police say the incident happened on Saturday around 9:48 a.m. near the intersection of West Hastings and Hamilton streets.
They say a person walking to work called police, reporting he confronted the suspect who was allegedly spray-painting in the area.
The accused then allegedly sprayed toward the pedestrian and brandished a knife, prompting the police call.
Police say the victim directed officers to the suspect who was then arrested.
He has since been charged with one count each of assault with a weapon as well as mischief under $5,000, and has been released on bail.
This report by The Canadian Press was first published Dec. 30, 2025.