A WOMAN was stabbed multiple times by a man believed to be her partner but managed to escape on a waiting bus. 

Just after midnight the 19-year-old was attacked at her property in Meadowview, Brighton, receiving multiple stab wounds but she managed to climb aboard a waiting bus nearby and find help.

A neighbour reported seeing someone leave the address after the attack took place and talking towards Coombe Road.

Officers from Sussex Police are hunting for a 30-year-old black man believed to be wearing dark jeans, a black jumper and a black baseball cap.

A police spokeman said his clothing is likely to be bloodstained.

The victim is in a serious but stable condition in hospital.

Did you see what happened or where you on that bus? Call 01273 544545 or email henry.holloway@theargus.co.uk.