Grimsby woman who stabbed her partner given a hospital order
she admitted wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm at their home back in May
Last updated 29th Nov 2021
A Grimsby woman who stabbed her partner in the stomach after a row over £10 has been given a hospital order
44 year old Alexandra Whalley of Selge Way admitting wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm at their home back on the 21st May.
The court heard that on the day of the incident the couple had been arguing all day and that at one point Whalley had left the house and told neighbours she had to either “leave this place or stab him”.
Following her return to the house, the argument continued and she later attacked him with a large kitchen knife, causing a significant wound to his abdomen and damaging his liver.
The argument spilled into the street, where concerned neighbours called an ambulance and flagged down a passing PCSO, who detained Whalley until more officers arrived.
DC Chris Clarke, who led the investigation, said:
“This was a pre-meditated and brutal attack that the victim was lucky to survive.
“I would like to thank everyone who got in touch about this incident and particularly the victim for his bravery throughout the investigation.
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