Officers investigating the stabbing of a man in Derby are appealing for the public’s help.

The force was called to report that a man in his 40s, who was wearing a backpack, was found with serious injuries close to the Oakwood Medical Centre at around 2.50pm on February 13.

The man was taken to hospital where he remains in a stable condition – his injuries are not believed to be life-threatening at this time.

Officers are keen to speak to anyone who was in the area at the time and may be able to help with their enquiries.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Derbyshire police using any of the below methods, in confidence, including reference 22*088707:

• Facebook– send a private message to /DerbyshireConstabulary
• Twitter– direct message the contact centre on @DerPolContact
• Website– complete the online contact form derbyshire.police.uk/ContactUs.
• Phone – call 101.

You can also anonymously contact the independent charity Crimestoppers, on 0800 555 111 or by visiting www.crimestoppers-uk.org.