Man in stable condition after being stabbed in the neck

A 46-year-old man is recovering in a Saskatoon hospital after being stabbed in the neck Wednesday.

Police were called just before 7 p.m. to the 2100 block of 22nd Street West. The victim was treated at the scene and taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries.

An update issued later by police said the man was listed in stable condition after undergoing surgery.

Police said a witness spotted two males running away after the assault, but did not release a description.

Anyone with information is asked to call the Saskatoon Police Service at 306-975-8300 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.