Police cordons remain in place
A man was stabbed in a Bristol park last night (Thursday, May 8).
At around 11.30pm, officers were called to Newtown Park, near Hassell Drive in the St Philips area of the city, by the ambulance service.
A man in his 20s was found with knife wounds.
He said he was attacked by three males who fled on bikes.
The victim has suffered potentially life-changing injuries, police said.
Avon and Somerset Police remain at the scene this afternoon, where a police cordon is in place.
Investigations at the scene are ongoing.
Police forensics were spotted this morning searching the area.
The police force said enquiries are at a very early stage.
Anyone with information is urged to contact the police force.
Avon and Somerset Police said: “Police are at the scene of an assault in Bristol which has left a man in hospital with potentially life-changing injuries.
“Officers were called to Newtown Park, near Hassell Drive, by the ambulance service at about 11.30pm on Thursday, May 8.
“A man in his twenties suffered knife wounds and said he had been attacked by three males who made off on bikes.
“Investigations at the scene continue.
“Enquiries are at a very early stage, and officers urge anyone with any information or footage which could help to call 101 and give the reference 5225129176.”