Further arrest over stabbing at Sturminster Newton

A 20 year old Weymouth man's the third person detained over Tuesday's incident (30th September).

A third arrest's been made over the stabbing on Tuesday
Author: Richard MuriePublished 3rd Oct 2025

A 20 year old man from Weymouth's been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder.

It's over a stabbing at Sturminster Newton on Tuesday evening.

Police were called to reports a man had been stabbed at Stourcastle just before 5pm, he's been treated for serious - but not life threatening - injuries in hospital.

An 18 year old man detained at the scene on suspicion of attempted murder also remains in custody, whilst a woman who's 53 has been released on police bail.

Investigations continue.

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