Police are appealing for information and vision to assist investigations into a wounding incident in Cooktown early this morning, July 10.

Initial information indicates around 12.25am, a man gained entry to a Helen Street residence when he was confronted by a male occupant.

It is alleged the offender then used a knife from the residence to stab the male occupant in his back.

The offender then fled the scene on foot.

The 22-year-old male occupant was transported to Cooktown Hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

Investigations are ongoing.

Police are appealing for anyone with information or vision that may assist investigations, including dashcam or CCTV footage to come forward.

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