Two men stabbed in broad daylight by mystery knifeman

The victims, who are both 21, were approached from behind by an unknown man as they walked along Fishermead Boulevard at around 3pm on Saturday.

One was stabbed in the head and face and the other was stabbed in the head and hip.

After the motiveless attack, the offender ran away.

He was black, with what is described as a small round face.

Both victims required hospital treatment but the injuries are not life-threatening.

Investigating officer, Detective Inspector Ian Jarvis said: “This incident took place in the afternoon when people may have been passing by and saw the offence itself, or the offender leaving the scene.

“I would ask anyone with information about this incident or who may have seen a man matching the description to come forward.

“I would like to reassure the public that we are doing everything we can to trace this offender. I believe this was an isolated incident and people should not be worried about going about their ordinary business in Fishermead.

“I would ask anyone with information to call 101 or Crimestoppers to help us find this man.”

If you don’t want to speak directly to the police you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111. No personal details are taken, information is not traced or recorded and you will not go to court.