Man stabbed while out on morning walk

A man out on his morning walk in St Albans this morning has been stabbed in what appears an unprovoked attack.

The victim was walking near Ginifer Railway Station, at the intersection of Mulhall Drive and St Albans Road, when he was approached from behind and stabbed on Thursday 3 September about 3.20am.

The 68-year-old man received a laceration to his lower back and puncture wound to his shoulder.

He managed to contact a family member who called police before he made his way home and was treated by ambulance paramedics.

The St Albans man was taken to hospital with serious injuries.

At this stage the motivation surrounding the incident is unclear as no demands or exchange or words was involved.

The offender, who is described as a Caucasian male with a solid build and was wearing dark clothing, was last seen running from the scene towards Mulhall Drive.

Anyone who witnessed the incident or with information is urged to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or log onto www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.

Sergeant Julie-Anne Newman

Media Unit

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