Man in 'life-threatening condition' after being stabbed by bare-chested knifeman

Jonathan Pritchard
By Jonathan Pritchard
Published 10th Aug 2022, 13:55 BST
Updated 10th Aug 2022, 13:57 BST
A man is fighting for his life after being attacked in a Yorkshire street.

West Yorkshire Police said a 46-year-old man was attacked with a knife by a bare-chested man who had approached him.

Officers were called to Swan Lane in Huddersfield shortly before 4pm on August 9.

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The victim was found at the scene with serious injuries and was taken to hospital. He remains in a life-threatening condition.

A man is fighting for his life after being stabbed in Huddersfield.A man is fighting for his life after being stabbed in Huddersfield.
A man is fighting for his life after being stabbed in Huddersfield.

The suspect fled the scene, and witnesses said he was bare-chested but carrying a T-shirt.

Detective Inspector Dennise Bell of Kirklees CID, said: “We appreciate the concern this attack will have caused to residents and can advise that officers are conducting a number of active enquiries today.

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“The victim was left with life threatening injuries following the attack and continues to be treated in hospital.

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“I would ask anyone who saw the incident, or a person matching the suspect’s description to contact us at Kirklees CID on 101 or online at www.westyorkshire.police.uk/101livechat referencing police log 0192 of August 9.

“Information can also be given anonymously to the independent Crimestoppers charity on 0800 555 111.”