Investigation underway into serious assault near Bega, NSW

Police are investigating after a man was seriously assaulted on the state’s south coast last night, NSW Police say.

About 10.30pm (Thursday 13 September 2018), emergency services were called to a home on Daisy Hill Road, Buckajo, about 5km west of Bega, following reports a man had been stabbed.

Before emergency services arrived, a 33-year-old man was dropped off at the South East Regional Hospital in Bega, suffering serious facial and head injuries.

He remains in hospital in a stable condition and is expected to undergo surgery.

Officers from South Coast Police District established a crime scene at the home and commenced an investigation.

Police wish to speak with a man who may be able to assist with their inquiries.

He has been described as being of Caucasian appearance, aged in his 30s, between 175cm-180cm tall, of a solid build, and with brown hair.

Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers.

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