A man has been arrested following a double stabbing in Peterborough in the early hours of Friday morning.
Emergency services were called just before 2.30am to reports of two men having been stabbed on Geneva Street, a short distance off Broadway in the city centre.
Paramedics attended the scene and transported both victims to Peterborough City Hospital. One man, aged in his 30s, is being treated for serious injuries, while the second man, in his 40s, remains in a critical condition with life-threatening injuries. Both remain in hospital.
In connection with the incident, officers arrested a 45-year-old man from Peterborough on Park Road. He was detained on suspicion of attempted murder, grievous bodily harm (GBH) with intent, and possession of a knife in a public place. The suspect is currently in custody at Thorpe Wood Police Station.
Detective Inspector Tom Power addressed public concerns with the following statement:
“I understand this incident is concerning, however I would like to reassure members of the public that we have made an arrest and are not currently looking for anyone else in connection with this offence. > > “We have two scenes on in the city centre and the public should expect to see officers in the area today while we gather evidence and carry out enquiries. I would urge anyone who witnessed the attacks or has any information to get in touch with us as a matter of urgency.”
Anyone with information that could assist the investigation is urged to contact police via the , webchat, or by calling 101 and quoting reference 35/45278/25.
