Man arrested following Wellingborough knife attack that saw victim slashed to arms and body

Megan Hillery
By Megan Hillery
Published 11th Dec 2022, 17:23 BST
Updated 11th Dec 2022, 17:33 BST
Police are appealing for witnesses after a man was slashed with a knife in Wellingborough.Police are appealing for witnesses after a man was slashed with a knife in Wellingborough.
Police are appealing for witnesses after a man was slashed with a knife in Wellingborough.
The victim is currently being treated for his injuries in hospital

A serious assault in Wellingborough saw a man hospitalised after being slashed across his body with a knife.

The attack took place at around 10.30pm on Friday, December 9, when the victim – a man in his thirties – was slashed with a knife to his arms and side of his body after being approached by an unknown man.

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The victim was taken to hospital, where he continues to be treated for his injuries.

A spokesperson for Northamptonshire Police said: “A 20-year-old man from Wellingborough has been arrested on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm with intent and remains in police custody.”

Officers want to hear from anyone who may have witnessed this incident or who may have any information which could assist with their ongoing enquiries.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Northampton Police on 101, or alternatively call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111, quoting incident number: 22000721432.