While walking home from work on Sunday, in the area near Hughson Street North and Wilson Street, police say a Hamilton man was stabbed several times.

At around 9:45 p.m., police say, the man was assaulted and stabbed suffering injuries to his body and neck.

The man was taken to hospital where he remains in stable condition. Police are unable to speak with the victim as he receives treatment for injuries.

As the investigation continues, police are asking the public to contact Detective Majewski at 905-546-3821 with any information relating to the crime.