Police launch witness appeal after Redcliffe stabbing
A man was stabbed on Saturday afternoon
Police are appealing for witnesses after a man was wounded in Bristol on Saturday afternoon.
Officers were called to the Redcliffe area at approximately 4.10pm after the man had been stabbed and the offenders had fled.
The victim was taken to hospital.
Police have released CCTV images on their website of two men they wish to identify as part of their inquiries. They are described as:
Male 1 - late-teens or early-20s, of mixed heritage, average height and wearing a face covering, long-sleeved black jacket, gloves and light grey tracksuit bottoms. He was carrying a rucksack on his back, which was dark with red flashes.
Male 2 - late-teens or early-20s, white, taller than male 1, clean shaven and of average build. He was wearing a long-sleeved black jacket with the hood up and light grey tracksuit bottoms.
Detective Inspector Will Thorpe said: “The victim sustained two wounds to their back during this vicious attack, which has left him in hospital. His injuries, while serious, are fortunately not considered to be life-threatening.
“We are focussed on trying to track down the perpetrators responsible for this and are particular keen to hear from witnesses, or people who may have CCTV or dashcam footage from the area.
“If you can help us, please call 101 and quote reference number 5223257705. Alternatively, call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111 or contact the charity on its website – you will not need to provide your name and you will not have to attend court.”