Police rushed to Walnut Street, Blackburn, just before 4pm on Saturday, April 3, after reports of a stabbing in the town centre. A man in his 50s suffered multiple serious stab wounds and was taken to hospital. His condition is now stable.
Officers are urgently seeking Fayaz Waka, 22, from Blackburn, in connection with the assault. Waka is described as Asian, 5ft 9ins tall, bald with a short trimmed beard and slim build. He is wanted for questioning regarding the incident.
Detective Sergeant Steve Craig of East CID said: “We have made significant progress with this investigation and now need to speak to Waka. If anyone spots him, do not approach. Call police immediately.”
He added: “If Waka sees this, I urge him to come forward to the nearest police station or contact us straight away.”
Last week, two others were charged in connection with the incident. Mahtab Hanif, 22, and Ramzan Hanif, 24, both from Goldhey Street, Blackburn, were charged with Section 18 wounding. They appeared at Blackburn Magistrates on Friday and remain in custody.
Anyone with information on Fayaz Waka’s whereabouts should call police on 101, quoting log 1092 of April 3. Tips can also be given anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Originally published by UKNIP.
