Police are investigating after two men were stabbed during an altercation in Sydney’s north-west overnigh, NSW Police sayt

Just after 9.15pm today, emergency services were called to Pennicook Lane, Pennant Hills, following reports of a stabbing.

Upon arrival two men were located by emergency services suffering stab wounds.

Initial investigations suggest an altercation took place between two groups of people, during which the two men were injured.

A 21-year-old man was treated at the scene by Ambulance Paramedics for wounds to his torso and arms. He has been taken to Westmead Hospital in a critical but stable condition.

A 24-year-old man was treated for a wound to his arm before being taken to Westmead in a stable condition.

Police have been told that a number of men fled the scene prior to police arrival.

A crime scene was established and officers conducted a search of the nearby area.

Inquiries into the incident continue. Anyone who witnessed the incident who has not yet spoken to police, or anyone with information is urged to contact police or Crime Stoppers.

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