Appeal following stabbing in Kidderminster
Four men have been arrested on suspicion of wounding with intent
Police are appealing for witnesses after a man was stabbed on Dudley Street in Kidderminster on Saturday evening (19 October).
Around 6.10pm yesterday, West Mercia Police received a report of an assault in Perfect Lounge.
When officers arrived one man had been stabbed outside the takeaway.
The 28-year-old was taken to the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Birmingham.
Officers arrested four men, 18, 34, 35 and 37, on suspicion of wounding with intent.
Detective Chief Inspector, Emma Whitworth said: “I would firstly like to reassure the local community that we believe this to be an isolated incident and there is no wider threat. I know a headline such as this can be extremely alarming but please be assured a thorough investigation is now on going.
“Acts of such violence are not welcome in our communities, and I ask that people who may have seen the incident happen or have any information that would help with our investigation to please come forward”.
If you have any information, please contact Detective Constable Gemma Lucas by emailing gemma.lucas@westmercia.police.uk or by calling 07973 983441.
Alternatively, if you have information but don’t feel comfortable speaking to police, you can speak to the independent charity Crimestoppers.
It is 100% anonymous, they never ask your name, and they cannot trace your call or IP address. You can contact them online or by calling 0800 555 111.