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- Friday 20 March 2026 at 1:58 pm
Port Phillip Crime Investigation Unit detectives are appealing for witnesses after a man was stabbed in Port Melbourne this morning.
It’s understood the victim was walking near Crichton Reserve on Liardett Street about 5.20am.
The 71-year-old Port Melbourne man was approached by an unknown man and stabbed three times.
The victim fled to a nearby café on Bay Street where he raised the alarm.
He was taken to hospital with serious but non-life-threatening injuries.
Investigators have conducted a thorough search of the area this morning and are appealing for anyone with information to come forward.
Anyone who witnessed the incident, or has information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report online at www.crimestoppers.vic.com.au.
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