A stabbing took place at a north end restaurant early Saturday morning.

According to Detective Sgt. Victor Mendes, police were called to Tilia's Cafe at 1623 Acushnet Ave. around 12:15 AM.

A male staff member was stabbed multiple times in the back after an altercation inside the cafe with two patrons.

The victim was transported to Rhode Island Hospital for surgery and remains in serious condition.

Police are searching for two Hispanic males in their mid to late twenties last seen heading west down Dean Street toward Ashley Blvd. Both are light skinned and one has long hair.

Anyone with information is asked to contact New Bedford Police.

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