Armed attacker on the run in Sydney after two men were brutally stabbed in early-morning assault

• Two men, 36 and 54, attacked inside a car in Clyde
• Officers and police dogs are actively searching the area 
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By ANTOINETTE MILIENOS FOR DAILY MAIL AUSTRALIA

Published: 22:06 BST, 14 May 2025 | Updated: 23:41 BST, 14 May 2025

Police and the force’s dog unit are hunting for an armed attacker after two men were injured in a violent stabbing in Sydney’s west.

Emergency services rushed to James Ruse Drive in Clyde, at about 3.40am following reports of a stabbing. 

On arrival, police found two men inside a Kia van suffering from injuries.

A 54-year-old man had been stabbed multiple times in the neck and check, while a 36-year-old man had reportedly been punched several times. 

Paramedics treated the two men before taking them to Westmead Hospital in a stable condition. 

The incident has sparked a major police investigation, while the suspects remain on the run.

Police attached to the Cumberland Police Area Command, with the assistance from the Dog Unit are actively searching the area. 

A crime scene has been established with an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident underway.  

Police found two men inside a Kia van suffering from injuries following reports of a stabbing in Clyde, in Sydney’s west 

The two men were taken to hospital in a stable condition

The men were transporting a 28-year-old Tongan National from Villawood to Sydney Airport when the incident occurred, police said. 

 Police also released a description of the man they believe can assist with their inquiries. 

‘He’s described as being of Pacific Islander/Maori appearance, with a tanned complexion, a large build, about 180cm tall with black hair, dark eyes and is unshaven,’ Police said. 

‘At the time he was wearing a black coat, black track pants and black and white sneakers.’

Anyone who witnessed the incident, has information, dashcam or CCTV footage that could assist the investigation is being urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000. 

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Armed attacker on the run in Sydney after two men were brutally stabbed in early-morning assault

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