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Teen Arrested in Brutal Knife Attack on Couple
19 Apr
Summary
- A teenager was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder.
- A man and woman sustained non-life-threatening facial and neck injuries.
- Police confirm the incident appears domestic with no wider public threat.
A 19-year-old man is in custody following a violent incident at a flat in Heckmondwike, near Dewsbury. West Yorkshire Police responded to reports of a knife attack on Saturday evening.
Officers arrived at the Kilpin Court address around 22:20 GMT to find a man and a woman with facial and neck injuries. These injuries were treated by paramedics at the scene. Both victims were subsequently taken to hospital, though their conditions are not considered life-threatening.
The arrested teenager is being held on suspicion of attempted murder. Detectives believe the attack to be a domestic incident. Authorities have reassured the public that there is no wider threat. Police are continuing their inquiries at the property, which remains a crime scene.
