Man stabbed in Manchester Road by assailant wearing a balaclava

By Jamie Hill - 23 December 2023

Crime

Wiltshire Police are appealing for witnesses following a stabbing in the Manchester Road area of Swindon just before 6pm yesterday (22/12).

A man in his 30s was taken to hospital with a wound to his abdomen not thought to be life changing or life threatening.

DS Matt Gamble said: “This was a serious incident in a busy area of Swindon. A cordon was put up sealing off part on Manchester Road while we carried out investigations. This has now been lifted.

“We would like to thank staff in a local take away premises and an ex-soldier who helped the victim.

“It has been reported that the suspect was wearing a balaclava.

“If anyone has any information that could help with our enquiries, please contact us on 101 quoting reference number 54230135734.

“Alternatively, you can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.”

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