Wheeling Police are investigating a malicious assault that took place this weekend.

Police were called to Wheeling Hospital’s Emergency Department early Saturday, July 30 for a person who was injured from an apparent stabbing.

Police believe the victim and the suspect initially got into a verbal argument on South Penn Street that resulted in a stabbing. No suspects have been arrested at this time, as the investigation is ongoing. The victim was treated for his injuries and later released from the hospital.