A man has been stabbed during an incident close to a children's play park.
Police are ramping up patrols after a man in his 40s was injured in Beaufort Road, Bournemouth, shortly before 7pm last night.
Officers remain in the area today with cordons in place blocking pathways off Lingdale Road and Covena Road.
The victim, in his 40s, suffered injuries that are not believed to be life-threatening.
Police have been searching the area in a bid to find his attacker.
No arrests have been made at this time and an investigation is ongoing.
According to the county force, there will be an increased police presence in the area while enquiries are carried out.
Meanwhile, residents can approach officers to give information or voice their concerns.
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