Suspect still at large as police investigate fatal stabbing at party in Lake Macquarie

Five days after a man was fatally stabbed at a party in a home in Gateshead, police are continuing their search for the suspect.

An investigation is underway after a man died from critical injuries in Lake Macquarie last Thursday. Picture: 9News

A suspect remains on the run five days after a man was fatally stabbed at a party in a home near Lake Macquarie.

Police were called to a property on Mahogany Crescent in Gateshead just before midnight on Thursday, January 9, where they found a man in his 30s with multiple stab wounds.

Despite efforts by paramedics, the man died at the scene.

The incident occurred in Gateshead, in the Lake Macquarie region.

The stabbing occurred at a home on Mahogany Crescent, Gateshead. Picture: Google Maps

A major investigation was launched, with police working to piece together the circumstances surrounding the incident.

A major investigation was launched, with police working to piece together the circumstances surrounding the incident.

Officers have been speaking with witnesses and conducting extensive door-to-door inquiries in the area.

Police are investigating the stabbing. Picture: Thomas Lisson

NSW Police confirmed their investigations remain ongoing, with the suspect still at large.

Anyone with information about the incident is urged to contact Belmont Police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

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