Vancouver Stabbing: Third Homicide of 2026

0:00Vancouver police are probing a fatal stabbing as the city's third homicide of 2026. It happened near East Hastings Street and Dunlevy Avenue, claiming the life of 36-year old Matthew McFarland early Friday morning. A witness dialed 9-1-1 right after 12.30 a.m. and paramedics rushed him to the hospital, but he didn't make it. This spot in the downtown east side has seen a share of violence adding to the tension there. Folks in the neighborhood are on edge, with many calling for more patrols and safety measures amid rising concerns over street-level crime. The loss hits hard in a community already dealing with tough realities. No arrest yet, and investigators are digging deep for leads with no suspecting custody. They're putting out the word for tips to help crack the case. If you've got info, hit a police at 604717-2500. Let's get justice moving forward. I'm Corey with The Story. Watch your Canada News Today update, AI-powered and always on.