Overview

• The 28-year-old victim staggered along Bellford Avenue around 4:30 am after being stabbed multiple times in his back and sought help by knocking on several doors.
• A neighbour on Bellford Avenue provided first aid and called emergency services, a response credited with preventing a fatal outcome.
• South Australia Police confirm the victim and the alleged offender were known to each other and say the assault was not random.
• Detective Acting Chief Inspector Jeff Lang reports the man’s condition has stabilised and his injuries are no longer life-threatening.
• No arrests have been made and authorities are urging anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers.