25-Year-Old Charged Over Radford Stabbing That Shook Nottingham
A violent stabbing in Radford left a young man hospitalised and sparked a major police crackdown over the Bank Holiday weekend.
Knife Attack on Norton Street
Emergency crews raced to Norton Street just after 8.30pm on Saturday, 3 May, after reports of a fight. Police found a man in his 20s with a serious stab wound and a stolen mobile phone, Nottinghamshire Police confirmed.
Thankfully, the victim’s injuries were non-life-threatening. He is now recovering in hospital.
Suspect Mohamed Gawi Faces Serious Charges
Mohamed Gawi, 25, of Egypt Road, Nottingham, has been charged with:
- Grievous bodily harm (GBH) with intent
- Possession of an offensive weapon
- Theft
Gawi appeared at Nottingham Magistrates’ Court on 5 May and has been remanded in custody. He will next face Nottingham Crown Court on 2 June 2025.
Swift Police Action Thanks to CCTV
The arrest came after an intense investigation using the city’s extensive CCTV network. Officers sealed off Norton Street for a forensic sweep.
Detective Sergeant Nigel Malik said: “Thanks to the thorough use of CCTV and strong local policing, we were able to make an arrest quickly, bringing reassurance to the community.”
Community Reacts with Relief
The stabbing shocked Radford residents, but many praised the quick police response. One local posted on social media:
“Good job by Nottinghamshire Police – our streets need to stay safe.”
Police maintained cordons throughout the weekend to continue their enquiries, urging anyone with information to step forward.
How You Can Help
If you have any information about the stabbing, contact Nottinghamshire Police on 101, quoting incident number 780 of 3 May 2025.
Alternatively, report anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Knife crime remains a top priority in Nottingham, with authorities working closely with the Home Office and Ministry of Justice on tougher measures to tackle violent offences.
