Porirua Police investigating stabbing incident last night

Porirua Police are investigating a stabbing incident which occurred in Cannons Creek late last night.

Detective Gareth Barnes of the Porirua CIB says at about 11:50pm last night, a
36 year old man was stabbed in the back with a knife in the vicinity of the intersection of Windley Street and Champion Street.

"As a result of the stabbing, the victim is in a stable condition in Wellington Hospital with internal injuries, which are not life threatening."

Detective Barnes says at the time of the incident, the victim was in the company of a female, described as Maori of thin build.

"We'd like to hear from anyone who may have seen or heard this couple walking down Windley Street towards Champion Street late last night, or anyone who has any information with may assist our investigation."

The victim is of Pacific descent, of solid build, short in height with a shaved head.

Anyone with any information should contact Detective Barnes at Porirua Police on (04)238 1400 or phone Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.