Three teens charged after Watford stabbing

The 34-year-old was attacked at Harwoods Recreation Ground on Sunday ( 12 October) night.

Author: Ellie RobsonPublished 16th Oct 2025

Three teens from the West Midlands have been charged after a man was stabbed and left fighting for his life in Watford.

The thirty four year old was attacked at Harwoods Recreation Ground on Sunday (12 October).

The suspects, aged sixteen and seventeen, face attempted murder and drug charges.

police have arrested a fourth person in connection with their inquiry.

Police have confirmed they are treating the incident as a targeted attack, and that those involved in this incident are known to one another.

Detectives continue to appeal to anyone who may have witnessed any suspicious activity near to Faraday Court on Franklin Avenue or Vicarage Road, next to the recreation ground, between 8pm and 8.30pm.

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