August 10, 2022 4.30 pm This story is over 34 months old

Man, 19, arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after Spalding incident

Detectives were looking for the young man pictured

Update, 4.30pm, 10 August: Police have this afternoon arrested a 19-year-old man on suspicion of attempted murder, in connection with an incident in Westlode Street, Spalding, last night.

Detective Inspector Rich Nethercott, who is leading our investigation, said: “We acted quickly on intelligence relating to this incident and made an arrest in Pinchbeck Road, Spalding, today.

“I understand that these events may be unsettling for the local community, but I’d like to provide reassurance that we are not looking for anyone else at this stage.

“As part of our investigation, we are still appealing for anyone with information to make contact with us. Even the smallest detail could prove crucial, so please get in touch.”

If you have information, you can get in touch in one of the following ways:

  • Call 101, quoting Incident 434 of 9 August.
  • Email [email protected] putting “Incident 434 of 9 August” in the Subject line.
  • Call Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555111.

Original release, 9 August:

We are appealing for information that will help to identify the young man in the image.

We are investigating an assault which happened just before 8.45pm on Tuesday 9 August, in the Castle Sports Centre area, Westlode Street, Spalding. A man in his late teens has been taken to hospital with non-life threatening injuries, described as a stab wound.

We believe the person in the image may have information that will help our investigation.

It is reported there was a group of teenagers in the area at the time. We would like to hear from anyone who can help with our inquiries.

Detective Inspector Vickie Ward, said: “I understand that this will be of concern to the local community. We will be carrying out several lines of inquiry to collect and preserve evidence and to identify anyone involved.

“We are at an early stage in the investigation; I appeal to anyone who recognises the person in the image, or has information that will assist our investigation to get in touch.”

Please contact the Force Control Room on 101, quoting incident 434 of 9 August or alternatively through the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at crimestoppers-uk.org. In an emergency dial 999.