knock stabbing victim stumbled to neighbour’s house to raise alarm after frenzied attack

The attacker fled on foot as the injured

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A man who was repeatedly stabbed by someone known to him managed to make his way to a neighbouring house to raise the alarm.

The victim, in his 30s, was knifed more than 10 times at a house in Castleknock in the early hours of yesterday morning. The attacker fled on foot as the injured man sought help.

He was rushed to St James’ Hospital where he underwent emergency surgery. And it is understood that the man, who is thought to be from north Africa, was able to speak to medics in the hospital last night.

A source said: “This seems to have been a row with two people known to each other at a house. The victim suffered a serious amount of injuries and is incredibly lucky to be alive.

“The medical staff are keeping a close eye on him because with the amount of times he was stabbed, there is a real risk there with internal bleeding.” Another source said: “The priority of the investigation for the gardai is tracking down the suspect in the case.”

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The major probe is being led by detectives at Blanchardstown Garda Station, who hope to speak with the victim at the earliest opportunity. The scene remained sealed off yesterday as Garda Scenes of Crime officers combed the area for evidence.

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Officers also conducted door-to-door inquiries as part of the investigation. A Garda spokeswoman said: “Gardai in Blanchardstown are investigating an alleged assault that occurred at a residence in Castleknock, Dublin 15 in the early hours of 20th July

“A man in his 30s was discovered with a number of apparent stab wounds. No arrests have been made. Investigations are ongoing.”