Devizes man, 74, charged with attempted murder

Police say the charge relates to an incident at Elizabeth House in Devizes on December 3

Author: Lizzie CouttsPublished 9th Dec 2025

A 74 year old man has been charged with attempted murder after an incident in Devizes.

Stephen West, 74, from Elizabeth House, Devizes has been charged and remanded in custody.

Police say the charge relates to an incident at Elizabeth House in Devizes on the evening of December 3 during which a man was stabbed and required hospital treatment for a serious injury.

West is due to appear before Salisbury Crown Court on January 7 2026.

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