Teenager arrested after man found with serious head injury in Stoke-on-Trent home
He's been arrested on suspicion of Section 18 – wounding with intent
Last updated 24th Apr 2026
A teenager has been arrested after a man was found with serious injuries inside a home in Stoke-on-Trent.
Emergency services were called to an address on Nelson Street, Fenton just before 2.50pm on 23 April.
A man in his 40s was found with a head injury and is currently in hospital in a serious condition.
An 18-year-old boy, from Stoke-on-Trent, who is known to the victim, has been arrested on suspicion of Section 18 – wounding with intent.
An increased police presence in the area is to be expected as a cordon is in place.
Investigations are ongoing and the suspect remains in custody.
Anyone with information on the incident is being urged to call 101 quoting incident 452 of 24 April.