Man arrested on suspicion of attempted murder

A man has been arrested on suspicion of two counts of attempted murder in Exeter, police said.

Devon and Cornwall Police said the victims were taken to hospital where they were treated for their injuries.

The force said the victims were “attacked with a knife” in Bampfylde Street, Exeter, at around 02:00 BST.

Police said their injuries were “serious but not life-threatening.”

Police said the victims, a 22-year-old woman and a 23-year-old man, were waiting at a bus stop when they were approached by an unknown suspect.

Officers remained in Bampfylde Street, Sidwell and Western Way while inquiries were ongoing, police said.

“It was further reported that the suspect fled but was found by police officers nearby.

“A knife was also found and seized at the scene,” a force spokesman said.

The police force added that a 31-year-old man from Bristol was arrested on suspicion of two counts of attempted murder and remained under police guard in hospital while receiving treatment for “serious injuries”.

Det Insp Neil Lloyd said: “Although incidents of this nature are rare, they will understandably cause concern in the community.

“We would like to reassure the public that we are treating this as an isolated matter and are not looking for anyone else in connection with this.

“A number of security guards are in place and there will be a high visibility police presence in the area throughout the day.”

Detectives have appealed for witnesses or anyone with information to contact police.

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