A clampdown on criminal activity is set to continue in a Nottinghamshire town after a series of serious incidents in the area.
Inspector Chris Pearson has reassured residents in Arnold that the neighbourhood policing team is doing everything it can to make the area a safe place to live and work.
This week an 18-year-old man was arrested in connection with a report of a stabbing in Bond Street.
The incident left a 19-year-old man needing surgery to treat a wound to their arm. The 18-year-old has since been released on police bail pending further enquiries.
Today, officers arrested a 22-year-old man and a 19-year-old man on suspicion of grievous bodily harm as part of their enquiries into this incident.
Inspector Pearson said: “As a force, we take incidents of violence very seriously and will always investigate reports thoroughly.
“The investigation into the incident in Arnold this week is a priority for us and we are doing everything we can to establish the circumstances while reassuring the public that we are here for them.
“We have increased patrols in Arnold this week and I am pleased that we have now made three arrests as part of the investigation. These patrols will continue over the weekend.
“That being said, I understand that residents may feel concerned by the recent string of incidents in the area.
“This is totally unacceptable and we are working closely with our partners to ensure that where possible we can prevent such incidents from happening.
“It is also vital that anyone who has any concerns reports them to police as soon as possible. I am pleased that we have a strong relationship with the local community but it is so important that people make us aware of issues so that we can take proactive action.
“I’d encourage anyone to speak to our officers out on patrol and to report suspicious activity to 101.”
