Six people arrested after three people stabbed in Swindon
It happened just after 2pm yesterday.
Six people have now been arrested after disorder in Swindon yesterday.
Police were called to Alfred Street just after 2pm - following reports of ongoing disorder between Alfred Street and Manchester Road.
Three people suffered stab wounds. Six men aged between 23 and 47 have now been arrested on suspicion of violent disorder.
Insp David Tippetts said: “While we do not believe this to have been a random attack, we fully recognise that news of this incident will have caused concern and upset amongst the local community and we are doing all we can to ease any tensions following this disorder.
“The incident is currently being investigated by detectives from CID, and local neighbourhood officers will be conducting regular patrols in the area over the coming days, liaising with local residents, shopkeepers and business owners to understand any ongoing concerns.”
Anyone with information is being urged to contact police on 101.