Man arrested on suspicion of attempted murder in Plymouth
It follows a man being seriously injured with a bladed weapon on Tuesday
A man's been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder in connection with a stabbing in Plymouth.
Police were called at around 2.30pm on Tuesday 25 June to Taunton Avenue following reports that a man had been assaulted with a bladed weapon.
The man in his 30s sustained serious injuries and was taken to hospital for treatment - he's recovering from his injuries.
A 31-year-old man from Plymouth is in police custody.
Two people were arrested on suspicion of assisting anoffender. They have both since been released without further action.
A cordon was put in place at the scene while initial enquiries and searches took place, which has since been removed
Detective Inspector Kev Morley said: “We understand theconcern that this incident has had on local residents.
“The public can expect to see a heightened police presencein and around the Whitleigh area while further searches are carried outtoday, Thursday 27 June.”
Anyone with information which may assist officers is asked to call 101 quoting log 554 of 25/06/24.