By: Jeff Sommes
Police in Hackensack are investigating a stabbing incident that occurred Sunday night.
At approximately 11:45 p.m., officers were dispatched to the area of Railroad Place and Central Avenue following reports of an assault.
According to preliminary information, the male victim was walking home when he was approached by a suspect he knew.
During the encounter, the suspect allegedly stabbed the victim with a machete.
The victim sustained a cut to his hand. His injuries were reported to be non-life-threatening.
Police units remained on the scene to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident. No additional details were immediately released.