Man arrested for attempted murder in Rugby

At 3:19am this morning (5 May), police were called to a report of an assault on Trussell Way in Rugby.

A man was allegedly attacked with a bladed weapon, before the offender reportedly made off from the scene.

The victim was taken to hospital to treat his injuries by ambulance services.

Following this, a 23-year-old man from Rugby has been arrested on suspicion of attempt murder.

He remains in detention at this time.

We can confirm there is no wider risk to the public.

If anyone witnessed the events on Trussell Way or can otherwise help with our investigation, particularly if you have CCTV or dashcam footage, contact us citing Incident 55 of 5 May 2024.

• Online at warwickshire.police.uk/report
• By phone on 101
• Anonymously through CrimeStoppers on 0800 555 111 or online at crimestoppers-uk.org.

The officer in charge is DI 1247 Simpkins.