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An intoxicated man with a knife chased a stranger in Kelowna's Rutland neighbourhood, Thursday.

RCMP responded to the 300 block of Highway 33 about 12:30 a.m.

“Officers located an intoxicated individual matching their suspect’s description, not far from the scene,” says Cpl. Jesse O’Donaghey. “A search of the suspect, incidental to his arrest, resulted in the seizure of two knives.”

The victim, a 20-year-old Kelowna man, wasn't injured and was given access to RCMP Victim Services.

A 30-year-old Kelowna man was taken into custody overnight and faces potential charges.

Anyone who witnessed the incident is asked to contact police at 250-762-3300.