A man was reportedly stabbed in the Patch neighborhood, according to police who are currently investigating the incident that occurred last night. The 35-year-old victim sought treatment at a local hospital where officers were called to respond shortly after 8 p.m. As per SLMPD's report, the man recounted an encounter around 7:30 p.m. on Schirmer Street which led to his injury.

The victim told officers that he was walking on the 200 block of Schirmer when he noticed an individual approaching. After a brief exchange, in which the victim mentioned hearing the other man mumble something, the situation escalated rapidly. "After speaking to the suspect, the 35-year-old man said the suspect stabbed him in the stomach with a knife," as stated by the SLMPD's online publication. The assailant then fled the scene, leaving the victim wounded.

The St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department's District 1 has not yet identified a suspect in this case and their investigation is still open. Authorities are reaching out to the public for help in solving this violent encounter. Information that could assist the case is paramount, and they encourage anyone with knowledge of the incident to come forward.

Officials urge that tips regarding the stabbing should be directed to CrimeStoppers. This organization is offering a cash reward for information leading to an arrest. To report a tip anonymously, potential informants can contact CrimeStoppers at 866-371-TIPS (8477). Additionally, people can provide information directly to detectives by calling 314-444-0100. It should be noted that only tips submitted through CrimeStoppers that result in an arrest will qualify for the promised reward.