Man stabbed multiple times in Northdene home invasion

Man stabbed multiple times in Northdene home invasion

A Northdene resident's been badly assaulted in a home invasion. 

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The man was taken to hospital, after an armed group broke into his property on Wednesday night. 


The 67-year-old also suffered an injury to his head. 


Emer-G-Med was one of the emergency responders on the scene. 


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Spokesperson Kyle van Reenen said: "Reports from the scene indicate that a number of armed suspects gained entry to the property, confronting the homeowner. 


"The homeowner sustained multiple stab wounds and was treated and stabilised on scene by life support paramedics before being rushed through to hospital for further care. 


"The scene was secured and handed over to the South African Police Services for the necessary investigation." 

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