Plymouth assault sparks attempted murder arrest after serious incident yesterday
Police have arrested a man on suspicion of attempted murder following a serious assault in Plymouth yesterday, as detectives continue enquiries into what happened
A man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder following a serious assault in Plymouth.
Police were called to North Hill at around 7.20pm yesterday (Tuesday 15 September) evening after reports that a man had been assaulted by another man believed to be carrying a knife.
The assault happened in the street at the junction of Amity Place and Deptford Place, with the injured man later found on North Hill.
Members of the public had detained a man nearby before officers arrived.
The victim, a man in his 20s from Plymouth, suffered serious life-changing injuries and was taken to Derriford Hospital where he remains in a stable condition.
A man in his 20s from Plymouth was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and possession of a bladed article in a public place, and he remains in custody.
Detectives are continuing to investigate the circumstances of the assault and are carrying out what police describe as significant enquiries.
Officers are reviewing CCTV and mobile phone footage as part of the investigation.
A police cordon was put in place and North Hill was closed while forensic and investigative work took place. The cordons have since been lifted.
Detective Inspector Marcus Hodges said: “This is a fast-moving investigation and our enquiries are continuing to establish the full circumstances surrounding this incident.
“One man has been arrested in connection with the investigation and remains in custody.
“We are appealing to any witnesses who have not yet spoken to police to come forward.
“We are also keen to hear from anyone who may have mobile phone, dash-cam or CCTV footage which may assist the investigation.
“We understand this incident will have caused concern within the local community and there will be an increased police presence in the area today.
“Local neighbourhood officers are carrying out reassurance patrols around North Hill and I would urge anyone with concerns to speak to them.”
Police are asking anyone with information that could assist the investigation to contact them via the force website or by calling 101, quoting reference 50260247877.
Information can also be passed anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.