Man in 60s stabbed in Peterborough

It happened just after midnight last night (15/9)

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Author: Henry WinterPublished 15th Sep 2023

A man is hospital after a stabbing in Peterborough this morning.

The victim, who is in his 60s, was walking between Star Road and East Road at 12am when he was approached by a man who demanded he hand over his belongings.

When he refused the man stabbed him in the neck and ran off.

The victim was taken to hospital for treatment with serious but non-life-threatening injuries.

The man is described as white, about 5’6” with a deep voice and wearing dark clothing.

Detective Sergeant Justin Parr, who is investigating, said: “It is only luck that the victim was not more seriously injured so we are keen to trace the man responsible as soon as possible.

“We’re appealing to anyone who recognises the description, or who has information about the attack, to contact us as a matter of urgency.”

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