Police appeal after man stabbed in Luton

The incident happened on Thursday

Author: Tom FeahenyPublished 12th Mar 2022

Bedfordshire Police have launched an appeal for information after a man needed treatment for a stab wound.

Police were called just before 11.30am in Farley Meadows.

A man in his 20s was taken to hospital with serious injuries, his injuries are not life threatening.

The force say it is believed that the victim was involved in a road traffic collision with a silver 04 plate Mercedes shortly before being chased and stabbed.

Detective Sergeant Wil Taylor, investigating, said:

“This was a terrible incident which took place in broad daylight in a public area, so I’m sure there are plenty of people who would have seen the collision, or the victim being chased, and we are appealing for them to contact us to help us with our enquiries.

“As a force, we are determined to do everything we can to tackle violent incidents such as this, and we are grateful for the public’s help in bringing those looking to commit such activity to justice”

Anyone with information can report it via the Bedfordshire Police's online reporting tool or by calling 101 quoting Operation McClaren.

Crimestoppers can also be contacted via its website or by calling 0800 555 111.

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