THAMES Valley Police is appealing for witnesses following a stabbing in central Reading on Monday, December 19.
At around 2pm, a man in his twenties was stabbed in Market Place, suffering serious injuries to his neck and face.
He was taken to hospital and has since been discharged.
A man has been arrested and subsequently charged in connection with this incident.
Senior investigating officer Detective Inspector Laura Corscadden, of Reading CID, said: “I am appealing for witnesses to this assault to please come forward to help our investigation.
“The incident is believed to have started outside Costa Coffee on Broad Street and continued to Market Place where the assault took place.
“So I would like any witnesses who saw or heard any part of the incident to get in touch.
“Also, if you have any CCTV cameras in the areas described or were driving there and have a dash-cam, and you haven’t already come forward, please check your recordings in case you captured anything that could aid us and let us know if you have.
“To contact us, call 101 or make a report on our website, quoting reference number 43220568282.
“Alternatively, you can provide information anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555 111 or via its website.
“I understand this incident may cause some concern among the community but please be assured that we believe this was an isolated incident and that there is no wider risk to the public.
“Our investigation is ongoing and the public may see an increased police presence in the town centre as we carry out our enquiries.
“I would like to thank the public for their patience while the scene watch was on in Market Place and encourage anyone who is worried to speak to one of our uniformed officers.”
