A 13-year-old girl sustained severe injuries in a daylight stabbing incident. The assault took place around 4 pm on Friday, April 17, near Wensley Road in Woodthorpe, Nottinghamshire. The victim was promptly taken to the hospital and is currently in stable condition.
Following the incident, a teenage boy, whose identity is protected by law, was apprehended and charged with attempted murder and possession of a bladed weapon. He was scheduled to appear at Nottingham Youth Court on Monday, April 20.
Superintendent James Woolley, overseeing county policing, expressed support for the victim and her family during this distressing event. He assured the community of ongoing efforts to comprehend the circumstances surrounding the attack and emphasized the arrest and charge of a 14-year-old boy for attempted murder.
Individuals who have relevant information pertaining to the investigation are urged to contact the authorities at 101, referencing incident number 532 of April 17, or provide anonymous tips to Crimestoppers at 0800 555 111.