Man and Woman arrested following stabbing in Pocklington

It happened at an address on Hockling Close in Pocklington during the early hours of yesterday morning

Author: Rebecca QuarmbyPublished 28th Jan 2025

A man and a woman have been arrested after officers were called to reports of a stabbing at an address on Hockling Close in Pocklington during the early hours of yesterday morning (Monday 27 January).

Humberside Police received a call at around 5.40am to reports that a man had sustained a stab wound after an altercation allegedly took place between a group of people.

The man reportedly fled the scene, seeking safety at a nearby address. When located, he was found with stab wounds to his face and the back of his head. He was transported to the hospital for treatment of serious injuries, which are not believed to be life-threatening at this time.

A 21-year-old man and a 21-year-old woman was arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm with intent, and both remain in custody at this time.

Detective Inspector Tracy St Paul said:

“I understand given the nature of this incident it will be concerning to the local community, however I'd like to reassure residents that as part of our enquiries carried out so far, we believe this incident to be between people known to each other.

“Our investigation is ongoing, and I would like to ask anyone with any information, dashcam or CCTV footage that may assist with our enquiries, to please call our non-emergency number 101 quoting log 38 of 27 January.”

Alternatively, you can provide information anonymously via the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.