Man arrested following stabbing in Devizes
A man in his 20s has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder
Last updated 30th Jun 2024
A man has been arrested in suspicion of attempted murder after a stabbing in Devizes.
Officers were called to the Estcourt Street area on the 29th June at around 12.30 following reports of disorderly behaviour.
One man in his 20s was flown to Southmead Hospital by air ambulance and is believed to be in a stable condition.
A man, also in his 20s, was arrested for possession of a bladed article and assault on an emergency worker as well as suspicion of attempted murder.
Det Insp Gareth Kitchener said: “Whilst enquiries are ongoing to establish the exact location of this incident, we are aware that both the suspect and victim were seen running within the location near to Kwik-Fit and onto Sidmouth Street immediately after. We received multiple calls from members of the public in relation to the incident and would urge any further witnesses who have not already contacted police to get in touch immediately.
“We understand that this incident will have caused concern within the community, especially given it happened in broad daylight on a Saturday afternoon. We’d like to reassure residents that we have swiftly made one arrest and we do not believe there to be a wider risk to the public at this time.
“We’d like to thank the local community for assisting with our enquiries so far.”