Police said the alleged attack took place in Charnwood. Photo: Michelle Kroll.

Police have appealed for witnesses to an alleged stabbing in Canberra’s north in late October.

An ACT Police Service spokesman said the alleged assault occurred when a man headed towards the underpass in Cartwright Street, Charnwood, at around 5.10pm on October 23.

Police approached a group of about 10 men, believed to be teenagers.

The spokesman said, “After a short argument between the group and the man, a 16-year-old boy allegedly took out a knife and stabbed the man in the hand and shoulder.”

“While the group left the area before the police arrived, citizens also helped the victim.”

The man was taken to hospital with serious injuries.

On October 29, police executed a search warrant at the 16-year-old’s home. He was later arrested and charged with recklessly causing grievous bodily harm.

The spokesman appealed for anyone with further information, including the identities of any witnesses and other alleged group members, to contact police.

“The group is believed to have arrived near Charnwood Stores as early as 4pm that day,” the spokesman said.

Anyone with information that could assist police should contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or Crime Stoppers ACT website. Quote reference number 7881986. Information may be provided anonymously.