Man arrested on suspicion of attempted murder in Goole after woman seriously injured
She's believed to be in a critical condition
Last updated 4th Apr 2024
A man's being questioned on suspicion of attempted murder after reports of a serious assault in Goole.
Police tell us a woman's in hospital with possibly life-threatening injuries in a critical condition.
Emergency services were first called to Boothferry Road in Goole around 5.25pm on Wednesday afternoon (03/04) to reports a woman has been allegedly assaulted with a weapon.
A large-scale search was conducted, where Humberside Police were joined with colleagues from the National Police Air Service.
We're told a man's been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder, and remains in custody.
Senior Investigating Officer Detective Superintendent Nicola Burnett said: “I understand that the extensive police activity in Goole and the surrounding areas this evening may have caused some concern amongst the local community.
“I want to offer my reassurance that we do believe this to have been an isolated incident between people who were known to each other with no wider risk to the public.
“We do have extra officers in the area this evening, both to carry out enquiries and to offer reassurance, and I would urge anyone with any concerns or information to please speak to them.
“Alternatively, you can report any information that may assist our investigation by calling our non-emergency 101 line quoting log 374 of 3 April or via the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.”