Detectives investigating after stabbing in Norton

Detectives have launched an investigation after a man was stabbed in Norton, Stoke-on-Trent.

Emergency services were called at 10pm last night (20 September) to Peascroft Rd where a 24-year-old man was taken to the Royal Stoke University Hospital. He has now left hospital having been treated for his wounds and is co-operating with detectives.

Specialist forensic investigators have examined the scene and investigations are ongoing. Local officers have stepped up patrols in the area to re-assure the local community

 

Witnesses or anyone with any information are asked to call 101 quoting incident number 802 of 20 September. Alternatively, for guaranteed anonymity, call the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.