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19-Year-Old Boy Suffers Serious Injuries In Cowes Stabbing

A 19-year-old boy has suffered serious injuries after a stabbing in Cowes.

Police are appealing for witnesses following a serious assault, which took place in Cowes last night (Sunday).

As Isle of Wight Radio previously reported, officers were called to a footpath linking Newport Road to Frazer Close, near to the Arctic Road and Cycleway junction at around 9pm.

Police say a 19-year-old man suffered a stab wound to his leg when he was assaulted by two males.

The man has suffered a serious but not life-threatening injury.

Officers are in the area and are making enquiries.

Police are keen to hear from anyone who witnessed or heard anything in the area at this time, or perhaps captured anything or anyone acting suspiciously on Dash Cam whilst driving past.

A spokesperson for Hampshire Constabulary said:

"We would like to take this opportunity to encourage people to take a look at our personal safety advice.

"As we move into winter the afternoons are getting darker earlier, and you will find certain areas much less populated than usual as a result of the current government restrictions.

"For those who do need to leave their address when it is dark, we remind you to make use of busy, well-lit areas where possible and to plan a route before heading out.

"When you are out and about, move with confidence and try to be aware of your surroundings if you can.

"All our personal safety tips can be found on our website here >>> https://www.hampshire.police.uk/cp/crime-prevention/personal-robbery/

"We also have a dedicated page on responding to violent situations. If you are ever confronted with violence, it’s important not to compromise your personal safety. Check out our page online >>> https://www.hampshire.police.uk/cp/crime-prevention/violence/respond-violent-situation/."

Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101, quoting crime reference number 44200433764.

Alternatively, you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers 100% anonymously on 0800 555 111, or via their anonymous online form at crimestoppers-uk.org

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