Wilkes-barre police vehicle parked outside. — Wilkes-Barre police cruiser-file photo

WILKES-BARRE, PA — A 35-year-old man was hospitalized early Saturday morning after being stabbed multiple times while reportedly attempting to stop a group assault on South Main Street, according to Wilkes-Barre City Police.

The incident unfolded around 6:51 a.m. when the victim, a Wilkes-Barre resident, exited a business in the 300 block of South Main and saw a man he recognized being attacked by three individuals. When he stepped in to help, one of the suspects allegedly turned on him and stabbed him several times in the torso.

After the stabbing, the victim left the scene on his own and returned home. A family member later transported him to a local hospital, where police were called and arrived to take his statement. However, officers say the victim quickly became uncooperative and refused to provide further information.

Police confirmed the man’s injuries were not life-threatening. Investigators have not identified any suspects or made arrests. The motive for the assault remains unclear, and the case is still under investigation.

Authorities are urging anyone with information about the incident to come forward as they work to determine the identities of the suspects involved in both the initial assault and the stabbing.

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Key Points

A 35-year-old man was stabbed on South Main Street after intervening in an assault
The victim suffered multiple stab wounds to the torso but is expected to recover
Investigation ongoing as victim became uncooperative with police after initial report

A Wilkes-Barre man landed in the hospital after stepping in to stop a violent street assault.

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