Stabbing victim leaves blood trail through Melbourne

Police have followed a kilometre-long blood trail through Melbourne as they investigate a stabbing attack in Sunshine.

Security video shows a man stumbling through a shopping strip in the suburb last night, moments after being knifed in the stomach.

Protective Services Officers spotted the 38-year-old at the Sunshine train station. He ran from them before collapsing on a nature strip.

Police were able to follow the blood trail back to Harvester and Devonshire roads, where it's believed the attack occurred.

The victim remains in hospital in a stable condition.

9News understands police are hunting several people.

Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.