A man was found with stab wounds in Almondbury after a suspected targeted attack. He is in stable condition; police seek witnesses.
The police found a man in a car on Almondbury Bank. He had many stab wounds and discovered around 4:51 AM on Saturday. They took him to a hospital, where he is now in stable condition. Police had been there earlier, responding to a safety concern report, and officers took a woman to a safe place then.
Detective Inspector Sarah Bradley said they think someone tried to murder him and it was a targeted attack. Police are searching for the attacker. They want to arrest those responsible. Detectives want to hear from witnesses. Did you see the attack? Did anyone act strangely nearby?
To provide tips call Kirklees District CID you can call 101 and use reference number 13250117263. You can also share information anonymously by calling Crimestoppers at 0800 555 111; they are an independent charity. The police are reviewing their earlier visit and have sent it to the Professional Standards Directorate.