Chaos erupted in High Wycombe after a stabbing shocked shoppers at the Eden Shopping Centre’s Swan Car Park. Police scrambled to the scene following reports of a man seriously injured in a violent attack.
Man Stabbed in High Wycombe Car Park
A Thames Valley Police spokesperson confirmed a man suffered a serious abdominal wound and was rushed to hospital. Officers described the probe as “fast-paced” and vowed to support the victim.
“Officers are responding to reports of a man being stabbed at the Swan Car Park in High Wycombe. A man has sustained a serious injury to his abdomen and has been taken to hospital. Officers are responding to a fast paced investigation and supporting the victim.”
Police Lock Down Eden Centre and Town Streets
- Heavy police presence in town centre to reassure public and gather evidence
- Octagon section of Eden Shopping Centre remains closed and cordoned off
- Rest of Eden Centre remains open to shoppers
- Police set up cordon at rear of Wycombe Swan car park
- White Hart Street and St Mary’s Street temporarily closed but now reopened
- Wycombe Swan Theatre and car park remain open as normal
No Arrests Yet as Investigation Continues
So far, no arrests have been made. Police continue their hunt for the attacker amid growing concern from local shoppers and residents in the busy town centre.
