NORWICH – Sunday evening a pedestrian walking in downtown Norwich was stabbed several times during a daylight robbery and police are looking for the suspect.

“On Sunday, July 25 at approximately 5:25 p.m., the Norwich City Police Department received a radio dispatch to respond to Hubbard/American Avenue in the City of Norwich for a victim who had been stabbed,” said Norwich Detective Sergeant Reuben Roach.

Roach said the attacker demanded money and when the victim refused they were stabbed with a knife.

“Norwich Police officers were on the scene within minutes of the 911 call, and an investigation ensued,” said Roach.

He asked the public for assistance in finding the suspect. Those with information should call the PD's tips line at 607-336-8477.

The victim was rushed to Wilson Memorial Hospital and remains in serious condition, said police Monday morning.

“While being treated, the victim described that while they were walking on American Avenue, they were approached by a white male, wearing a baseball hat, brown shorts and a red backpack, who goes by the alias of 'Ziggy,'” said Roach.

“The victim further described that the male then demanded money from the victim. A struggle ensured and the victim did sustain several stab wounds to the neck and chest. The victim is currently in Wilson Memorial Hospital in Johnson City, NY and is listed as serious, but stable condition.”

The Norwich police, as well as the City of Norwich Fire Department responded to the scene.

Hubbard and American Ave. are located on the same block as the police department and post office, and is also located next to the Norwich City Court.

Police said an investigation into the incident revealed a possible suspect who goes by the street name “Ziggy.” Police said the attacker was not personally known by the victim.