Man arrested after stabbing in Royal Wootton Bassett

It happened on Friday

Author: Jon BurkePublished 28th Sep 2026

A man has been arrested, on suspicion of grievous bodily harm, after a stabbing in Royal Wootton Bassett Cemetery.

The incident happened at around 9pm on Friday (25/09).

The 18 year-old, from Swindon, remains in custody for questioning.

The victim, a 16 year-old boy, remains in hospital with injuries, which are not believed to be life-threatening.

Anyone with information about the incident is asked to contact 101, or 999 in an emergency, quoting 54260116547.

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