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Blade Attack Near Telford: Man Assaulted in Car
18 Jan
Summary
- A man was attacked with a bladed article while in his car.
- The incident occurred on Friday evening near Telford.
- Police have arrested two individuals in connection with the assault.
A man in his 40s was violently assaulted with a bladed article while he was stationary in his vehicle on Friday, January 16th, 2026, at approximately 17:50 GMT. The incident took place on the B5062 road near Crugtone Way in Crudgington, a locality close to Telford.
As the victim pulled over, another man reportedly opened his car door and attacked him with a bladed object. West Mercia Police confirmed that a 54-year-old man was arrested on Sunday, January 18th, 2026, on suspicion of grievous bodily harm and is currently in custody.
Additionally, a 35-year-old woman arrested on Saturday, January 17th, 2026, on suspicion of conspiracy to commit grievous bodily harm has been released on bail. The victim was transported to the hospital for treatment, and investigations are ongoing, with police urging anyone with information or dash-cam footage to come forward.
