Knife Attack in Blackburn: Neighbours’ Quick Action Saves Life
Police rushed to Dalton Close at 2.50pm on August 5 last year after reports of a stabbing. A man in his 20s had suffered a single stab wound to the abdomen and was in a life-threatening condition.
Thanks to the swift response from quick-thinking neighbours and officers, the victim survived. Their prompt aid prevented a deadly outcome.
Teen Arrested and Found Guilty
Later that day, 19-year-old Danish Moosaji from Bargee Close, Blackburn, was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder. After a trial at Preston Crown Court, Moosaji was convicted of Section 18 wounding and possession of an offensive weapon but cleared of attempted murder charges.
He was sentenced to nine years in a young offenders’ institution.
CID Praise for Bravery and Fast Response
Temp Det Sgt Alex Rawsthorn of Blackburn CID said: “This was a serious assault that would have resulted in the death of a young man if not for the fast and selfless actions of the residents of Dalton Close and officers.”
“It is only through luck more than judgement that Moosaji wasn’t facing a murder charge. I want to thank everybody who played a part in securing this significant sentence and praise the victim for the bravery he has shown throughout this case.”
“Hopefully the fact Moosaji is now in custody will provide him with some comfort.”
