Derek Descouteau, 20, has been identified as the man killed Friday in a stabbing in Chemainus.
Descouteau died on the way to hospital.
A 16-year-old girl also suffered serious injuries in the incident. She remains in hospital.
North Cowichan/Duncan RCMP said 25-year-old Chemainus resident Colin John has been charged with second-degree murder and attempted murder.
John suffered minor injuries, police said.
He was treated in hospital and is in police custody.
“The North Cowichan/ Duncan RCMP are continuing with their investigation into this tragic incident and extend their condolences to the families of the victims,” Cpl. Krista Hobday said.
