A man reportedly assaulted another man who had sustained a suspected stab wound after he entered a fast food outlet on the Oldpark Road in north Belfast.
The incident occurred at around 6.20pm last night (Sunday).
This man was restrained by one of the paramedics tending to the injured man. He then left the scene and headed in the direction of Rosapenna Street.
He is described as being approximately 30-years-old, of slim build and approximately 5ft 6″ tall. He was clean shaven and was wearing a red Liverpool top and tracksuit bottoms. He also had a black left eye.
The injured man was taken to hospital for treatment to his injuries and is believed to be in a stable condition.
Inspector Robert McMurran said enquiries are ongoing to determine exactly where this stabbing incident took place.
“I would appeal to anyone who witnessed either incident to come forward and speak to police at Tennent Street on the non-emergency number 101, quoting reference 1051 17/02/19. Alternatively, information can also be provided to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111, which is 100% anonymous and gives people the power to speak up and stop crime,” he added.