A police investigation has been launched after a man took himself to Whanganui Hospital with a serious stab wound.
Early inquiries established that an incident took place in the top car park at Castlecliff Beach around 1am on Sunday, a police spokesperson said.
"A 35-year-old man was stabbed and remains in hospital in a serious but stable condition.
"Police are seeking any witnesses to the incident which is believed to have involved a large group of people."
Anyone who was in the area or has any information which may be relevant is asked to contact Whanganui Police Station.