Santa Monica police circulated a security image of a man being sought in a home-invasion robbery early Friday that left a woman with stab wounds.

The crime occurred about 3:30 a.m. at an apartment complex in the 1700 block of 5th Street.

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“Upon arrival, officers located a female resident in a unit suffering from significant injuries,” a police statement said. “Santa Monica Fire Department Paramedics responded and treated the victim at the scene. The victim suffered multiple stab wounds and lacerations caused by the attack.”

The victim was hospitalized in stable condition.

“A preliminary investigation revealed the male suspect forced his way into the victim’s apartment while she was asleep,” police said. “The suspect grabbed a knife from the kitchen and demanded money and property.”

The pair struggled, and the suspect fled. He was  described as wearing a red beanie and dark-colored camouflage sweatpants. He is believed to have suffered a “significant” cut to his hand.

Anyone with information on the case was urged to call (310) 458-8491.

–City News Service

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