FLINT (AP) -- Flint authorities say a man who was repeatedly stabbed by another man he tried to kiss remains in critical condition.

Police say the victim picked up a man around 5 a.m. Friday on Dort Highway, and the two drove to the victim's nearby hotel room.

Police say the victim told them the suspect was hitting him. When the victim tried to kiss the suspect, he produced a sharp object and began stabbing the victim.

The victim told police he believes the suspect fled south on Dort Highway.

No further details were released.

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