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Melbourne Crime Investigation Unit detectives are investigating a stabbing in Carlton overnight and are calling for public assistance. Police believe a 24-year-old Canadian man was walking along a footpath in Carlton Gardens near Carlton Street when he was approached by an unknown offender about 11.35pm on Wednesday, 6 May.
Police Probe Random Stabbing In Carlton Gardens
Melbourne Crime Investigation Unit detectives are investigating a stabbing in Carlton overnight and are calling for public assistance.
Police believe a 24-year-old Canadian man was walking along a footpath in Carlton Gardens near Carlton Street when he was approached by an unknown offender about 11.35pm on Wednesday, 6 May.
During the incident, the man was allegedly stabbed in the hand before the offender fled the scene on foot.
The victim was taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
Investigators say the offender left the knife at the scene. The person is described as wearing dark, loose-fitting clothing and a hood covering their head.
At this stage, detectives believe the attack was random and unprovoked.
Anyone who witnessed the incident, has CCTV or dashcam footage, or has information that could assist investigators is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via the Crime Stoppers Victoria website.
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