Man hospitalized after stabbing in central Fresno, police say

FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) -- Police are investigating to determine what led up to a stabbing in central Fresno.

It happened at about 12:30 am Tuesday on Belmont and Orchard.

Police say witnesses told officers that the suspect possibly stole the victim's property and then stabbed him.

The victim suffered several wounds to his upper body.

He was taken to the hospital and is expected to be okay.

Police have not released a suspect description at this time.

The area of Belmont and Orchard was closed off as police searched for evidence.