West Yorkshire Police have launched a frantic manhunt for two suspects following a shocking stabbing inside a Dewsbury bookmaker’s shop.

Victim Rushed to Hospital

The attack happened at around 1:50pm on Friday, April 3, inside a betting shop on Foundry Street. A man was seriously injured and rushed to the hospital.

Police Hunt Nicholas Wood and Jasmine Briggs

Officers are searching for 38-year-old Nicholas Wood, linked to Huddersfield and Wakefield, and 23-year-old Jasmine Briggs. Both are wanted on suspicion of causing serious bodily harm.

Suspect Descriptions Released

  • Nicholas Wood: Slim build, short brown hair. Last seen wearing a light grey jumper and joggers, plus a black cap.
  • Jasmine Briggs: White female, around 5ft 1in tall, slim, with dark brown shoulder-length hair. Last spotted in a black jumper and trousers. She is believed to have connections across Huddersfield, Wakefield, Bridlington, Driffield, and Hull.

Police urge anyone with information to contact Kirklees CID on 101, quoting crime number 13260189165.

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