A man has been rushed to hospital after being stabbed in Sunbury-On-Thames, police have confirmed. The incident reportedly occurred in the early hours of Thursday morning, May 29.
Surrey Police said officers were called to Vicarage Road following reports they had received of a stabbing. They added that a man in his 20s was taken to hospital.
Police said that the man is in a serious but stable condition. Vicarage Road has been closed between Heathcroft Avenue and its junction with the M3 as a result of the incident. They added that it is likely to remain shut for several hours.
Individuals have been advised to use alternative transport routes, with the police adding that it will issue an update once the road has reopened.
The force are appealing for witnesses following the assault, with enquiries ongoing to locate the suspect. Further updates will be shared on Surrey Police’s Spelthorne Beat Facebook page as they become available.
A Surrey Police spokesperson said: “We understand that the public may be distressed by this incident, and there will be a continued police presence in the area today while our enquiries continue. Please speak to officers if you have any concerns.”
Police would like to speak to anyone in the area around Vicarage Road between 1.15am and 1.25am on Thursday morning, or anyone who may have CCTV or doorbell footage.
Information that may assist the police’s enquiries can be sent to the police by DM on Facebook by quoting PR/45250063791. Those who do not wish to leave their name can call the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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