Police hunting two suspects after man found with serious stab wounds
Investigators say man was left covered in blood
Carl EveCrime reporter
The man, believed to be in his 50s, suffered several wounds to his legs, body and arms, some of which were considered to be quite deep (Image: Plymouth Live)
Police are hunting two men after a man in his 50s was found with several "life changing" stab wounds to his body, arms and leg.
Officers were called by paramedics from the South Western Ambulance Service just after 10.30am today, Wednesday after they had been requested to attend a property in St John's Road, Ivybridge.
He was rushed to Derriford Hospital where he immediately underwent surgery and remains in a serious condition. A cordon was put in place at the property and police have made door-to-door inquiries as part of their ongoing investigation.
A police source told Plymouth Live the man was found 'covered in blood'.
Det Sgt Andy Penhaligon said: "We were called shortly after 10.30am today, Wednesday 11 September, following reports that a man in his 50s had sustained a number of knife wounds.
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Generic image of a police officer (Image: Matt Gilley/File image)
"The man was taken to hospital with life changing injuries where he currently remains.
"At this time, it is believed that two men entered the property, possibly armed with a knife.
"The investigation is in an early stage and we are currently trying to establish the circumstances of this incident. Enquiries are ongoing to locate the suspects."
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Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101 or email 101@dc.police.uk quoting crime reference number CR/082451/19.
Information can also be passed anonymously to independent charity Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555111, or via www.crimestoppers-uk.org.
South Western Ambulance Service
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