Man stabbed multiple times in Derry

The assault was reported to police shortly before 11.40pm when the victim flagged down a passing motorist on Skeoge Link Road who then called for help.

The injured man, aged in his 30s, was treated by Ambulance Service personnel and taken to hospital where he has been receiving treatment for serious injuries.

Police said officers are working to establish the circumstances, including where the assault took place. As a result of this, there are several scenes being held in the Steelstown Village/ Raceourse Road and Cornshell Fields areas as police enquiries continue.

At this time, it's understood two men were involved in the assault.

While police have conducted extensive enquiries to date, they are keen to hear from anyone who may have information, but who has not yet spoken with officers.

Officers also want to hear from anyone who was in the Earhart Park/ Cornshell Fields areas on Tuesday night at around 10.30pm and who may have witnessed what occurred, saw or heard any suspicious activity, or captured footage which may help their enquiries.

Detective Inspector Lizzie Ballentine said: "This was a serious incident, a vicious assault, which has left a man seriously injured.

"I want to thank everyone who has, to date, helped with our enquiries, and encourage anyone who has information – no matter how insignificant it might seem to them – to please report it. It may prove crucial to our investigation."

The number to call with information is 101, or submit a report a report online using the witness appeal form https://reporting.psni.police.uk/appeals quoting reference 1855 of 27/10/26.

Crimestoppers can also be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at http://crimestoppers-uk.org/.

Reacting to the attack, Foyle DUP MLA Julie Middleton said: “I am deeply concerned to hear of the serious stabbing incident in the Skeoge area of Londonderry last night.

"My thoughts are with the injured man and I hope he makes as full and speedy a recovery as possible.

“There is no place for violence of this nature in our society. Everyone has the right to feel safe in their own neighbourhood, and incidents such as this are deeply troubling for local residents.

“I would urge anyone who witnessed the incident, or who may have information that could assist the PSNI with their investigation, to come forward and help police with their enquiries.”

I would also appeal to people not to speculate about the circumstances surrounding the incident and to allow police to carry out their investigation.