2 arrested in possible attempted murder on Stoney Nakoda First Nation

Two people have been arrested in connection with what police describe as a possible attempted murder that happened on the Stoney Nakoda First Nation on Aug. 11.

RCMP responded to the First Nation, west of Cochrane, at 6 p.m.for reports of a man in serious medical distress. The 33-year-old victim was sent to a Calgary hospital with serious injuries after police determined he had been assaulted.

On Friday, police say they arrested Malik Holloway, 21, on an outstanding warrant. On Saturday, a second, 23-year-old suspect from Morley was arrestedand charges are pending.

Police said the victim has since been released from hospital and is recovering from his injuries.