Attempted murder arrest after 'screwdriver attack'

A man in his 20s is in hospital in a life-threatening condition after being allegedly stabbed with a screwdriver.

Wiltshire Police said officers responded to reports of a "serious assault" on the Widham Gardens building site in Purton, Wiltshire, at 11:05 BST.

Police arrested a 36-year-old man, who was known to the victim on suspicion of attempted murder, and a 36-year-old man on suspicion of assisting an offender.

Det Ch Insp Deb Hatch reassured the public that "this is believed to be a targeted, isolated incident and there is no wider threat to the public".

"This is a serious incident which has left a man fighting for his life in hospital," Hatch continued.

"His family have been informed and are thoughts are with them at this difficult time.

"I can confirm that we have arrested two people in connection with the incident and we are not currently looking for anybody else."

A cordon has been set up while an investigation is carried out, and the force warned there will be an increased policing presence in the area over the coming days.

"If you witnessed what happened and we haven't spoken with you, or you have any concerns, please come forward and speak with one of our officers," Hatch added.

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