Police search for suspect after man stabbed in Swindon town centre
People are being urged to avoid Temple Street.
Last updated 28th Feb 2025
Residents are being urged to avoid Swindon town centre after a man was seriously injured in a stabbing.
Police are searching for the suspect after the incident on Temple Street this afternoon (28th February).
A cordon is in place, which is expected to remain there until later this evening.
A spokesperson for Swindon Police said: "We are in attendance at an incident in Temple Street, Swindon, in which a man has been stabbed.
"He has sustained serious injuries and has been transported to hospital for treatment.
"A cordon is expected to remain in place into the evening - please respect this and avoid the area at this time unless absolutely necessary.
"Urgent enquiries are ongoing and we will issue a further update when it is appropriate to do so.
"We are focusing on locating and arresting the suspect."