Police officers on a routine patrol in a Nottingham nature reserve on Friday evening discovered a man with serious knife injuries. The 32-year-old victim was found with slash and stab wounds to his chest, back and legs.
Attack near Sandy Banks Nature Reserve
The man was walking on Bembridge Drive in the north of the city, close to the Sandy Banks Nature Reserve, when the attack occurred. According to Nottinghamshire Police, two men got out of a car at 7.08pm and launched a brutal assault that continued into the nature reserve on the steps leading into it.
The officers found the bloodied man during a routine patrol on Oxclose Lane outside the Golden Phoenix. Paramedics were called and rushed the victim to hospital. His injuries are not thought to be life-threatening or life-altering.
Investigation underway
Detective Inspector Stuart Barson said: "We are actively investigating this attack and officers are in the area conducting house to house inquiries. The victim sustained multiple stab and slash wound injuries and we need to find those responsible for this."
Anyone with information is asked to call 101 quoting incident 699 of 7 August. To remain anonymous, contact CrimeStoppers online or call 0800 555 111.
