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Arrested released as investigation into Stapleton Road stabbing continues
Five men taken into custody for the stabbing near Rawnsley Park on Thursday evening, were released later on Saturday.
One of them in his 50s, was released with no charge and four others were released on conditional police bail, awaiting forensic results.
The other four men involved are between the ages of 16 and 27
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Investigation into the attack continues, as police are still appealing for witnesses to come forward.
The five were taken into custody after reports were made of a man in his 30s, being stabbed near Rawnsley Park.
The police made their way to the scene of crime within seven minutes, only to find that the injured man had already made his way to the hospital
The victim still remains in the hospital, but his injuries are believed to be non life-threatening.
Speaking about the incident, neighbourhood chief inspector 0f Avon and Somerset Police, Keith Smith, said: “Thankfully there has been no loss of life in this case, but this is obviously a concerning incident. I’d like to reassure people that officers attended promptly and swiftly made arrests, thanks to information from the community.
“Our enquiries to gather the evidence we’ll need to bring charges continue. While there’s no suggestion of a risk to the wider public, we’ll continue to have uniformed officers carrying out reassurance patrols in the area.”
Main photo: Karen Johnson
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