Police have arrested two men following a double stabbing in a Midlands town. The incident occurred in Staffordshire at approximately 11:45 AM on June 6.
Incident Details
Staffordshire Police responded to reports of a group of people fighting in the street in Longton, Stoke. Witnesses saw the men fleeing towards the market in the direction of Fenton. Officers and paramedics attended the scene and established a cordon.
Two men were found with multiple suspected stab wounds and were transported to the hospital for treatment.
Arrests Made
A 28-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of Section 18 – wounding with intent, and a 22-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of Section 18 – grievous bodily harm with intent. Both suspects are from Stoke-on-Trent.
Third Suspect Sought
Police reported that another man who may have been involved fled the scene after the stabbing. He is described as white, bald, approximately 5 feet 8 inches tall, roughly middle-aged, and wearing black joggers. He was last seen on King Street shortly after the incident.
Police Appeal
Officers are reviewing CCTV footage from local businesses and are appealing for witnesses. A force spokesperson stated: "Two men have been arrested following a fight where two people suffered stab wounds in Stoke-on-Trent. At 11:45 AM today we were called to The Strand in Longton following a report that a group of people were fighting in the street."
The spokesperson added: "We are keen to speak to anyone who may be able to help with our investigation."
Anyone with information is urged to call 101 or use Live Chat on the Staffordshire Police website, quoting incident number 281 of June 6. To report anonymously, contact Crimestoppers at 0800 555 111.
