Man stabbed near Oakthorpe and police are appealing for information
It happened in the Willesley Wood on Sunday (21 August)
Detectives from North West Leicestershire CID are appealing for information after a man was stabbed in woods near Oakthorpe.
The victim, a man in his 20s, was walking in the Willesley Wood at around 6pm on Sunday (21 August) when he was followed by a group of eight to 10 men.
The victim told police he was asked for the time before one of the group slashed the top of his head with a knife.
He then suffered a minor puncture wound to the abdomen.
The victim was also punched, knocking him unconscious.
The group had left the woods by the time he regained consciousness.
Detective Constable Andrew McGregor, the investigating officer, said: “I believe Willesley Wood is a popular dog-walking spot and therefore there may have been people in the area on Sunday evening who saw the group or the victim.
“While no arrests have been made at this time, our enquiries are continuing and I’d like anyone who believes they may be able to help to get in touch. Any details you’re able to provide could help my investigation.”
You can pass on information by visiting https://www.leics.police.uk/ro/report/ocr/af/how-to-report-a-crime/ and quoting reference 22*487028.
Alternatively you can call 101.
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