19 year old charged with attempted murder after Heckmondwike knife attack

He's due in court today

Author: Matt SoanesPublished 20th Apr 2026

A 19 year old man has been charged with two counts of attempted murder after a knife attack in Heckmondwike on Saturday.

Eoin Woodrow, from Lobley Street, Heckmondwike, is accused of attacking two people with a knife in a flat in Kilpin Court on Saturday night (April 18)

Both victims suffered injuries to their faces and necks, which are not considered life-threatening.

Woodrow was arrested at the scene. He has been remanded in custody and is scheduled to appear before Leeds Magistrates later today.

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