Woman charged after serious assault at CTrain station

Officers have arrested and charged a woman after an assault that took place last night at the Marlborough CTrain station.

On Monday, Nov. 7, 2022, at approximately 6:45 p.m., police were called to the CTrain station, located at 899 36 St. N.E., for reports of a serious assault. Upon arrival, police officers located the victim, a woman in her 20s, suffering from serious head injuries. Officers provided first aid until EMS arrived and transported the victim to the hospital.

Officers circulated the area, however, were unable to locate the offender. Several hours later, at approximately 8:25 p.m., Calgary Transit notified police that a woman matching the suspect description had returned to the Marlborough CTrain Station. Police responded and after a brief foot pursuit, took her into custody inside the Tim Hortons located in the 500 block of 36 Street N.E.

Investigators are still working to determine if the victim and accused are known to each other as well as the motivation for this assault.

Shania Eileen HUNTER, 22, of Calgary has since been charged with one count each of assault with a weapon and possession of an imitation weapon for a dangerous purpose. HUNTER will next appear in court on Thursday, Dec. 1, 2022.

“With thanks to our partners at Calgary Transit, we were able to identify, locate and arrest this individual in quick succession to prevent further harm,” says Inspector Joel Matthews of the Calgary Police Service District 4. “We know that many Calgarians are concerned about violent crime occurring within our city and we remain committed to working with our partners to hold those responsible accountable.”

Anyone with information about incidents of violent crime 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 # CA22459037