LINCOLN, Neb. -- The Lincoln Police Department responded to a report of a fight where a man was stabbed.

LPD said police were dispatched to an apartment complex at N 1st Street and Belmont Avenue on Tuesday around 5:30 p.m. that reportedly involved six to seven people. A man allegedly had a knife during the altercation as well.

Officers said they found a 39-year-old Lincoln man at the scene that was suffering from a stab wound. Officers and Lincoln Fire and Rescue helped him and transported him to a local hospital with life-threatening injuries. 

According to authorities, a 15-year-old girl reportedly had a head injury form being pushed to the ground during the fight and was also transported to a local hospital.

Police said they interviewed witnesses and the scene is being processed by crime scene investigators for any additional evidence. They ask the community to avoid the area while the investigators are working.

Officials said a suspect that was known to the victim was identified but has not been found at this time. Any additional information is not being released yet since the investigation is ongoing and in the very early stages. 

LPD said anyone who witnessed the incident of has information can call 402.441.6000 or Crime Stoppers at 402.475.3600.