Man refuses to speak to police after alleged stabbing in Dunedin
Monday 12 October 2026 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated 
A man required significant medical intervention after being stabbed in the leg during an altercation involving a stolen car. Police were called to Dunedin Hospital on Sunday morning, but the victim has declined to provide details regarding the incident.
Key facts
5 facts
- The alleged stabbing occurred on Sunday morning around 9am.
- The victim sustained a stab wound to his leg.
- The incident was allegedly linked to a stolen car and an attempt to recover it.
- The victim refused to cooperate with police regarding the event.
- The Dunedin criminal investigation branch is investigating.
The full story
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A man required significant medical intervention after being allegedly stabbed in the leg on Sunday. Police were called to the Dunedin Hospital emergency department at approximately 9am regarding the incident.
The stabbing reportedly occurred during an altercation involving a stolen car and an attempt to recover the vehicle. Senior Sergeant Iain Notman stated the wound was not believed to be life or limb threatening.
Although officers spoke to the man, he refused to provide information to police about the incident. The criminal investigation branch is currently conducting further inquiries.
Compiled from reports by Otago Daily Times and Stuff.
