Man suffers serious injuries after stabbing in Bournemouth

The man in his 30's was stabbed in the back in West Howe last night

Author: Maria GreenwoodPublished 31st Oct 2023

A man is in a serious but stable condition after being stabbed in North Bournemouth.

Police were called to reports of a stabbing in Turnbull Lane in the West Howe at 6.06pm last night (30 October).

A man aged in his 30s sustained stab wounds to his back and has been taken to Southampton General Hospital for treatment. His condition is currently described as serious but stable.

A 50-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm with intent and possession of an offensive weapon. The victim and arrested man are known to each other.

Cordons are in place at Turnbull Lane, Leaf Lane and Duck Lane while an examination of the scene takes place.

Detective Inspector Shaun Inkpen, of Bournemouth CID, said: “An investigation is underway into this incident and officers are carrying out house-to-house visits, CCTV enquiries and are speaking to witnesses in a bid to establish what has happened.

“I would urge anyone who saw or heard anything, and have not yet spoken to officers, to please get in touch with us.

“I understand this incident will be of concern to the local community and officers from the neighbourhood policing team will be in the area over the coming days to provide reassurance and can be approached.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact Dorset Police at www.dorset.police.uk or by calling 101, quoting occurrence number 55230172408.

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