Police are searching for a 28-year-old Ottawa man after a stabbing Tuesday morning in Ottawa's Mechanicsville neighbourhood.

Officers were called to Forward Avenue near Tunney's Pasture at around 6:15 a.m. after an argument between two men turned violent.

A 39-year-old man suffered a stab wound and was taken to hospital with serious injuries, the Ottawa Police Service said Tuesday afternoon.

Police have now identified the suspect and described him as five feet 10 inches tall and 160 pounds. He is considered "armed and dangerous" and anyone who sees him should call 911, said police.

The investigation continues.