A MAN is sought by police after another man was stabbed in the shoulder.
Peter Bolton, 35, is wanted after a 24-year-old man was stabbed in Lyndhurst Avenue, Blackburn, on Tuesday.
Officers were called at 8pm by the North West Ambulance Service, who took the man to Blackpool Victoria Hospital for treatment.
Bolton, known as 'PJ' is described as white, 5ft 10in tall, of stocky build and has a shaven head.
Bolton, of Gorse Street, Blackburn, also has links to Accrington.
Detectives are urging anyone who knew about the assault to get in touch and to not approach Bolton.
Detective constable Alex Summers, said: "Have you seen Peter Bolton?
"We want to speak to him in connection with a serious assault.
“If you see Bolton please do not approach him.
"Instead contact police immediately."
Anyone with information can contact police on 101and quote log reference 1424 of May 22.
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