Man, 33, found with ‘life-threatening’ stab wound in Crawley

Police were called to reports of an injured man found in a garden in Broomdashers Road, Crawley, on Monday morning (July 12).

A spokesman said: “Officers arrived at the scene just before 1.30am to a 33-year-old man with a stab wound to his lower back.

“The victim was air-lifted to hospital with life-threatening injuries.

“Investigating officers, supported by a police dog unit, conducted a search of the area and investigations are ongoing.”

Anybody who witnessed the assault or has any information is asked to contact police online or by calling 101, quoting Operation Ingrain, the spokesman said.

He added: “Alternatively, you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.”