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Woman Released On Conditional Bail Following Shanklin Knife Attack

A 31-year-old woman from Shanklin has been released on conditional bail after stabbing another woman in the leg this morning (Sunday).

Police were called to assist paramedics at Butler Gardens at 6.53am.

Upon arrival, officers located a woman inside an address who had suffered an injury to her leg. She was taken to St. Mary’s Hospital for treatment.  

A scene guard was put in place around a property as police sought to establish the exact circumstances of the incident.

A spokesperson for Hampshire Constabulary said:

"A 31-year-old woman from Shanklin was arrested on suspicion of Section 18 – wounding with intent.

"She has since been released on conditional bail until Wednesday 25 May."

Anyone with information which could help aid the investigation is asked to call 101, quoting reference 44220159694.

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