Three people arrested in connection with reports of a stabbing in Scunthorpe
Police were called out to reports a man sustained stab wounds in an altercation between a group of men
Last updated 23rd Jun 2024
Three people have been arrested following reports of a stabbing on Frodingham Road in Scunthorpe in the early hours of Saturday morning (Saturday 22 June).
Police received a call at approximately 1.10am to reports that a man had sustained stab wounds after an altercation allegedly took place between a group of men in the street.
Officers were immediately deployed to the area and a 40-year-old man was taken to hospital to receive treatment for his injuries, which are not thought to be life threatening.
Three men were arrested at the scene on suspicion of grievous bodily harm and violent disorder and all remain in police custody whilst enquiries continue.
Detective Inspector Scott Miller said:
“I understand an incident of this nature will cause concern to those who live in the area; however, I want to offer my reassurance that from our enquiries conducted so far, we do believe this to be an incident between people known to each other with no wider risk to the public.
“I want to thank the local community for their patience whilst initial enquiries were underway at the scene. Road closures were put in place to enable the necessary investigations to take place which I appreciate may have impacted those travelling in the area.
“The road has since been re-opened; however, teams will continue to be visible in the area, providing additional reassurance to residents. Please come and speak to us if you have any concerns.
“I urge anyone who witnessed the incident, or has any information that may assist our enquiries, to please call our non-emergency 101-line quoting log 49 of 22 June.
“Alternatively, you can call the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.”