Man in 50s Stabbed in Shocking Walnut Street Attack
Police rushed to Walnut Street just before 4pm on Sunday (April 4) after reports of a brutal assault. A man in his 50s was found with multiple stab wounds and rushed to hospital. His injuries are serious but his condition is stable.
Two Blackburn Men Arrested for Attempted Murder
Following swift police inquiries, two men aged 22 and 24 from Blackburn were arrested on suspicion of attempted murder early Monday morning. Both remain in custody as the investigation continues.
Police Plea: Got Info or Footage? Speak Up Now!
Detective Sergeant Steve Craig of East CID warned, “This incident has left a man with some very serious injuries and he is lucky to be alive.” He urged anyone who saw the attack or captured it on mobile phone, dashcam, or CCTV to come forward immediately.
“While we have now made two arrests, our investigation is very much ongoing,” Craig added. “We need anyone with information to help us identify the offenders to contact us urgently.”
Anyone with information should call police on 101, quoting log 1092 of April 3rd, or contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
