Man fighting for life after 'serious incident' in Telford

A man's been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder

Author: Dan DaviesPublished 9th Apr 2022

Police are appealing for information after a serious incident in Doseley, Telford.

Around 8pm on Tuesday 5 April officers attended Westerdale Close and arrested a 44-year-old man from Telford on suspicion of attempted murder.

Another man, aged in his 50s, was taken to the Princess Royal Hospital where he remains in a critical condition.

Detective Sergeant Chris Henry from West Mercia Police said: “We believe this to have been an isolated incident and there is no wider risk to the public.

“Officers remain at Westerdale Close while investigations continue.

“We are asking anyone who saw the incident or captured anything on dash cam or CCTV that could assist enquiries to please get in touch.”

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