Authorities in Sullivan County, Tennessee, are actively searching for a suspect wanted in connection with a violent stabbing incident. The Sullivan County Sheriff's Office responded to the 100 block of Holiday Hills Road on Thursday evening, approximately 10:10 p.m., after receiving reports of an assault. Upon arrival, deputies discovered a male victim who had been stabbed multiple times. The victim was transported to a local area hospital where he is currently receiving treatment for injuries that are not considered life-threatening. During the investigation, the victim provided law enforcement with a description of the individual responsible for the attack. According to the victim, an unknown man approached him and demanded the keys to his vehicle. This demand allegedly led to an altercation, during which the suspect stabbed the victim. The alleged suspect is described as a heavy-set white male with a beard. Investigators believe the suspect may have been operating an SUV at the time of the incident. The Sheriff's Office is urging anyone who may have witnessed the crime or has information regarding the suspect's whereabouts to come forward. The public is asked to contact the Sullivan County Sheriff's Office directly at 423-279-7500 to provide any tips or leads that could assist in the ongoing investigation. As of this report, the suspect remains at large and has not been taken into custody.