Chaos hit Leatherhead last night as word spread of a stabbing in the town centre. The attack happened around 8pm, leaving one person injured and rushed to hospital.
Leatherhead in Shock After Town Centre Stabbing
Local Facebook groups exploded with panic and confusion. One resident posted, “Does anyone know what’s happening with the stabbing in the town centre?” Others couldn’t believe it: “Stabbing??? In Leatherhead???” and “Glad I never went out tonight.”
Despite the uproar, police are mum. A frustrated user wrote, “Nothing on the police website yet!” while another urged calm, “Why not wait till police make an announcement instead of all the speculation?”
What We Know So Far
- The stabbing took place near the Duke’s Head pub during a local band’s gig.
- One victim was hospitalised but injuries are thankfully not life-threatening.
- Witnesses spotted a heavy police presence, including armed officers, adding to the tension.
Locals are rattled, recalling past violent incidents. One said, “Since moving here in 2019, I know of a teenage boy stabbed near Cleeve Road and Kingston Road, and a man murdered in the town centre.”
Police Yet to Comment
Surrey Police have not released a formal statement. The community waits anxiously for updates on the stabbing and the victim’s condition.
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