Police are appealing for public assistance as they continue to investigate after a man was stabbed during a home invasion near Newcastle earlier this year.
\nAbout 10.30pm on Tuesday 15 July 2020, emergency services were called to a unit on Blue Gum Road, Jesmond, following reports a man had been stabbed.
\nUpon arrival, police located a 29-year-old man with multiple stab wounds before he was taken to John Hunter Hospital for treatment. He has since been released.
\nOfficers from Newcastle City Police District attended and commenced an investigation into the incident.
\nAs investigations continue, detectives are hoping to speak to a man who may be able to assist with their inquiries.
\nHe\u2019s described as being of Caucasian appearance, between 170cm and 175cm tall, with a stocky build, wearing dark clothing and had his face covered.
\nIt\u2019s believed the man left in a vehicle, described only as a light coloured four-door sedan which was waiting nearby.
\nAnyone who may have seen or heard anything suspicious between 10pm and 11pm on Tuesday 15 July, or who may have nearby dashcam or CCTV footage is urged to contact Newcastle Police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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