Two charged following stabbing in Arleston, Telford

Two Telford men have been charged with attempted murder and possession of an offensive weapon following an incident on Woollam Road in Arleston on Thursday night.

Police were called at 11.46pm to a report of a group of men fighting in the street.

Shaquil Sheamus Sultan, aged 19, from Manor Road, Telford, and Mohammed Kabir Zaman, aged 27, from Victoria Avenue, Telford have been remanded in custody and will appear at Telford Magistrates Court on Monday.

A 32-year-old man from Telford received stab wounds to his chest. He is currently in hospital where his condition is described as stable.

Another man, aged 20, from Telford, has also been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder. He has been bailed until the end of April.

Detective Inspector Mark Bellamy said: "Our investigations into the disorder on Thursday night are ongoing and we are searching for other people involved. We are keen to speak to anyone who witnessed the incident or who has information that may help with our investigation.

"We will continue with high visibility patrols in the area over the weekend and to engage with the local community to provide reassurance following this incident."

If you have information please call 101 and quote incident 819s of 14th April 2016. Alternatively, information can be provided anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or via www.crimestoppers-uk.org