Police incident in Northallerton

UPDATE - 

Officers investigating a stabbing in Northallerton that happened on Tuesday (2 July 2024) have this evening charged a suspect.

A 57-year-old man has been charged with attempted murder. He is remanded in custody and will appear before magistrates tomorrow morning (Friday 05 July 2024).

At just after 2.30pm on Tuesday ( 02 July 2024) we responded to a report that a person had been stabbed with a needle on Zetland Street.

The victim suffered serious injuries but has responded well to treatment in hospital. He is expected to make a full recovery.

Detective Inspector Louise Pegg from Hambleton CID commented:

 “This was a very serious incident that has understandably concerned people in Northallerton and the surrounding communities. I am pleased that we have now been able to charge a suspect in this case and our investigation will continue.

“I would like to thank the local community for their initial response to this incident and their co-operation as we conducted enquiries immediately after.

“It’s important to stress that we are treating this as an isolated incident, and I urge anyone who has any concerns to speak to officers on patrol or visit the front counter at our Force Headquarters in Northallerton town centre.”

Original Update Tuesday 02 July 2024 4.36pm

At just before 2.30pm today (Tuesday 02 July 2024) we received a report that a person had been stabbed with a needle on Zetland Street in Northallerton.

Officers attended and a 57-year-old man was arrested in connection with the incident.

The victim has been taken to hospital and a police cordon remains in place.

We’re asking anyone who witnessed the incident that hasn’t spoken to us at the scene to come forward. Please contact 101 and quote reference number 12240117183.