Police renew appeal for witnesses after stabbing near Tesco Extra in Trowbridge

Wiltshire Police have renewed their appeal for witnesses and CCTV footage following a stabbing near Tesco Extra in Trowbridge.

The incident happened shortly before 2pm on Friday, 31 October, when three men are believed to have targeted a man near the car park of Tesco Extra in County Way before fleeing the scene.

The victim, a man in his 20s, was taken to hospital following the attack.

He was treated for three lacerations to his head and an internal head injury. Police said his injuries are not believed to be life-threatening or life-changing.

Two men have been arrested in connection with the incident and have since been released on bail while police enquiries continue.

Wiltshire Police are now renewing their appeal for anyone who may have witnessed the incident or have footage that could help identify those involved.

Detective Constable Layton, of Central CID, said officers were particularly interested in speaking to people who were in the area at the time.

As part of the investigation, police have reviewed CCTV footage and identified a number of people who were nearby at the bottom of Trowbridge Town Park, towards the Biss Meadow direction.

Officers are asking anyone who saw what happened, believes they may have seen the suspects before or after the attack, or has relevant CCTV, doorbell or dashcam footage to come forward.

Anyone with information can contact Wiltshire Police by emailing 70394@wiltshire.police.uk, quoting reference 54260131241.

Information can also be provided anonymously through Crimestoppers via its website or by calling 0800 555 111.

Police are urging anyone who may have information, however minor it may seem, to get in touch to assist with their ongoing investigation.