ATLANTA — A 69-year-old man is recovering after Atlanta police said he was attacked by a stranger early Sunday morning.
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Around 2:10 a.m., APD was called to 3030 Headland Drive in southwest Atlanta regarding a person stabbed. The address lists several businesses including restaurants and clothing stores.
When officers arrived, they found a 69-year-old man with a stab wound to his stomach.
According to Atlanta investigators, the victim was sitting outside using his cell phone, when he was approached by a man and stabbed in an unprovoked assault.
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The victim was taken to the hospital for medical treatment.
Police did not say if a suspect was in custody. The victim’s identity was not released.
The investigation is ongoing.
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