Police are appealing for witnesses to a serious assault which is believed to have involved a blade.
It happened at around midnight on Friday, in a flat on Clifton Terrace, Douglas.
Officers want to hear from anyone who might have seen any activity in the area of Clifton Terrace, or nearby streets, around that time.
A 34-year-old man from Douglas received treatment for his injuries, which are not life threatening.
Four people have been arrested.
Police are reassuring people that although this was a serious assault, it was a contained incident and it is believed there was no risk to the public in general.
If you do have information call 631212, or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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