Two more arrested after teenage boy stabbed in Royal Wootton Bassett
Seven people have now been arrested in connection with the New Year's Day attack
Last updated 3rd Jan 2023
Two more teenagers have been arrested following a stabbing in Royal Wootton Bassett.
Seven people have now been arrested in connection with the disorder on New Year's Day, when a 15-year-old boy suffered knife wounds.
He was taken to hospital for treatment and has since been discharged.
The incident happened in Ruxley Close at around 4pm.
Wiltshire Police say six have been bailed while enquiries continue and a 14-year-old boy remains in custody.
Two 14-year-old boys were arrested yesterday evening (2 January 2023) and in the early hours of this morning, on suspicion of violent disorder.
One of the boys remains in custody in Swindon, while the other has been released on bail.
He and three other teenage boys – two 14-year-olds and a 16-year-old – were arrested on suspicion of violent disorder.
Officers say they have all been bailed while enquiries continue.
A 23-year-old woman was also arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender and has been bailed.
'We are conducting a robust investigation'
Detective Sergeant Natalie Stride of Swindon CID said: “We understand that this is an incredibly concerning incident for the local community and we are taking it very seriously.
“There is no place for incidents of this kind within our community and I know those living in Royal Wootton Bassett will be upset by the ages of those thought to be involved.
“We would like to reassure residents that we are conducting a robust investigation and you will continue to see an increased police presence in Royal Wootton Bassett while we continue to conduct our enquiries.”
Police are urging anyone with information to contact them on 101, quoting reference 54230000201.