Man fighting for his life after stabbing in Sutton-in-Ashfield

Police are investigating the stabbing on Saturday

Author: Abi SimpsonPublished 12th Oct 2025

An investigation is underway and detectives are appealing for information after a stabbing in Sutton-in-Ashfield.

Officers were called to Kensington Close at 1.12pm on Saturday 11th October following reports a man aged in his 40s had been injured.

The victim was taken to hospital with injuries which are currently believed to be life-threatening.

Police are carrying out searches to find those responsible and a cordon remains in place while investigators continue their work.

Detective Inspector Ian Holmes, of Nottinghamshire Police, said: “Our investigation remains in its early stages and we are pursuing lines of inquiry to establish the full circumstances of what happened.

“If you saw this incident or anything suspicious in the moments before or after then please get in touch with us.

“Clearly this incident will have caused concern in the community, so officers will remain in the area today to provide reassurance.”

Anyone with information is asked to call police on 101, quoting incident 328 of 11 October 2025.

Reports can also be made anonymously through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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