The female frontwoman of Russian heavy rock band THE SLOT, Dariya 'Nookie' Stavrovich, is in stable condition after she was stabbed multiple times in the neck by a male assailant.

The band provided news to fans via their Facebook page with the following post on Friday, "Today, on the 18th of April, before The SLOT's signing session, an armed attack was made on the members to the band near the cafe 'Stoker' in St. Peterburg.

"The malefactor armed with a knife, tried to attract attention of the members of the band and to start a conversation with them. After that he stabbed Nookie (Dariya Stavrovich) several times in her neck.

"Fortunately she was able to protect herself from some of the hits with her hands. The offender was neutralized and was caught red-handed. After that he was followed to police Department.

"After Nookie was given first aid by Cache, she was immediately rushed to the hospital. The hospital described her general condition as moderately grave.

"Fortunately at the present moment there is no threat to Nookie's life and she is staying at the Mariinskaya hospital. Let's wish her a speedy and painless recovery!"

The next day they posted a follow-up message about her recovery, "According to the doctors, the threat to her life passed. She became conscious. More detailed information will be posted later. We thank everyone for support one more time!"

And on Sunday, they had this follow-up, "Fund of Donors with the Mariinskaya hospital report that Dariya is in a stable condition. Besides, the hospital reports that currently there is no need for blood donations. Dariya is provided with donor blood in full for the whole period of treatment. Her condition was taken under control by Russian Blood Service and Fund of Donors.

"One more time, we wish her a speedy recovery! If among The SLOT's fans there are those who want to give their blood, do it! Very often someone's grief does not concern us until we face it ourselves."

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