Rosebud stabbing: Rye man, 28, in hospital after Rosebud Parade attack
A late night incident that left a man in hospital with multiple stab wounds has shaken Rosebud locals.
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Two men were arrested and a third taken to hospital with serious injuries after an alleged stabbing in Rosebud on Thursday.
Police said a Rye man, 28, was sitting in a vehicle along Rosebud Parade just after 11pm when he was flagged down by two men.
The victim got out of his car and the three men had words before the Rye man was allegedly stabbed many times in his upper body.
He then ran to a nearby licensed venue along Eastbourne Road for help and the other two men took off.
The victim was flown to The Alfred hospital in a stable condition.
Police later arrested a 24-year-old Capel Sound man and a 23-year-old Tootgarook man.
Both men were interviewed and released pending further inquiries.
The incident shocked Rosebud locals who flooded social media with comments.
“So close to home,” Nate Douglas posted.
“What is up with Rosebud lately,” Sophie Conway posted.
Police said investigations are ongoing and detectives urge anyone who may have witnessed the incident to come forward.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au
