Arrests made in relation to overnight assault

We have arrested two men who are believed to be responsible for a violent assault that left a transit bus driver in critical condition.

At approximately 1:12 a.m. today, Wednesday, May 14, 2025, police were called to the area of Falconridge Boulevard and Castleridge Boulevard N.E. for reports that a city transit bus driver had been attacked by two unknown men.

It is believed the two men attacked the driver when the driver refused their request to deviate from the designated bus route.

There was one passenger on the bus who tried to intervene during the incident. They did not sustain serious injuries.

The driver was transported to hospital in critical condition and has since been upgraded to stable condition.

“We fully recognize that this is a highly concerning incident for Calgarians, and we are working with our partners at Calgary Transit to ensure all investigative leads are thoroughly examined and that the right supports are available for those directly impacted,” says Acting Superintendent Gerry Francois of the Calgary Police Service. “We remain committed to ensuring safe public spaces, including on transit, by taking action to reduce crime and social disorder through focused collaborative enforcement.”

Charges are pending against the suspects. More information will be released once charges have officially been laid.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police by calling 403-266-1234. Tips can also be submitted anonymously to Crime Stoppers through any of the following methods:

TALK: 1-800-222-8477
TYPE: www.calgarycrimestoppers.org
APP: P3 Tips

Case #25200552/5097