Man allegedly stabbed in buttocks during group assault: police
A man has been hospitalised after allegedly being stabbed in the buttocks by a group of men in Sydney’s west overnight.
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A man has been hospitalised after allegedly being stabbed in the buttocks by a group of men in Sydney’s west overnight.
Police were called about 7.15pm on Thursday after reports of an assault in a shopping centre carpark on McFarlene Street in Merrylands.
It is alleged a man, 19, was involved in a fight with a group of five other men.
The men – who police allege were armed with a baton and knife – reportedly stabbed him in the buttocks before fleeing the scene in a white BMW.
The 19-year-old man was taken to Westmead Hospital but his injuries are not considered life-threatening.
Police are looking to speak to five men seen in the area who may be able to assist with their investigation.
A NSW Police spokesman said they are described as being of Middle Eastern/Mediterranean appearance with black hair.
Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Originally published as Man allegedly stabbed in buttocks during group assault: police
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