Man stabbed in Hebden Bridge park

    A man is in a critical condition following a stabbing in Hebden Bridge.

    The incident took place in Calder Holmes Park on Saturday (9 June) afternoon. The man, aged 20, was taken by air ambulance to Leeds General Infirmary with a single stab wound to the chest. He remains in hospital in a critical but stable condition.

    Two men, aged 18 and 19, have been arrested in connection with the incident.

    Detective Inspector Vicky Lawrance, said: “I’m sure that this incident will cause some concern in the local community but I would like to reassure people that swift action has been taken, with two men in custody and extensive enquiries ongoing.

    “This offence has taken place in a public park during the late afternoon when there will have been a number of people around. I would urge anyone who saw any part of this incident or with any information which could help our investigation to please get in contact.”

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