Police issue update as man and teenage boys arrested over Queen’s Park stabbing

A man and two teenage boys have been released on bail following a stabbing in Swindon.

Police officers arrested an 18-year-old man, 15-year-old boy and 14-year-old boy on suspicion of inflicting serious injuries on a man in Queen’s Park yesterday afternoon (Friday, 12 August)

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The 14-year-old was also arrested on suspicion of possession of a Class B drug and possession with intent to supply a Class B drug.

All three males have now been released on conditional bail.

The victim, a man in his 30s, sustained stab wounds – which are not thought to be significant or life-threatening.

Det Sgt Sarah Munday said: “As part of our investigation we are appealing for witnesses to this assault which took place around 4pm yesterday in what is a very public place.

“If you heard or saw anything suspicious in this area around this time please contact us on 101 quoting reference number 54220085132.

“We will be continuing with extra patrols in the area today so please do not be alarmed by this.  If you have any concerns, please speak to one of our officers.”

MORE: Man, 30s, rushed to hospital after stabbing at Swindon park as three arrested

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