Man remains under investigation after gang attack stabbing in Sunderland home

A 36-year-old remains under investigation after a man was stabbed during a gang attack in a Sunderland home.
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A police investigation is under way following reports of an aggravated burglary which saw ‘a number of men’ force their way into a house in Lisa Avenue, South Hylton, in the early hours of Friday, January 24.

The victim suffered ‘non life-threatening injuries consistent with stabbing’ after intruders forced their way into his home shortly before 1am.

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Northumbria Police has now confirmed a 36-year-old man, who was arrested on suspicion of aggravated burglary and released from police custody, remains under investigation.

Lisa Avenue, South Hylton, Sunderland.Lisa Avenue, South Hylton, Sunderland.
Lisa Avenue, South Hylton, Sunderland.

A force spokesperson said previously: “It was reported that a number of men had forced their way into an address and were confronted by the occupant.

“Following an altercation, the occupant suffered non-life-threatening injuries consistent with a stabbing.”

Anyone with information should call 101 quoting log 34 240120.