Live: Man in hospital after stabbing in Dudley High Street
Dudley High Street was closed after a man was stabbed early this morning.
West Midlands Police have announced the launch of an investigation into a stabbing incident that left a man in hospital in the early hours of this morning.
The stabbing took place on High Street, Dudley, near the Caledonia Chicken Shop, at around 3.30am today, and saw a man rushed to hospital with injuries not thought to be life-threatening or life-changing.
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A blue tent was established around the scene, with West Midlands Police launching an investigation to establish what happened.
The force has said that there will be an increase in police presence in the area while their enquiries continue.
A force spokesperson said: "We responded to reports of a stabbing on High Street, Dudley, shortly after 3.30am this morning (21 Dec).
"One man is in hospital with injuries not thought to be life-changing or life-threatening.
"An investigation has been launched, and officers are working hard to establish exactly what happened.
"You may see an increased police presence in the area while our enquiries continue."
Anyone with information, including mobile phone or doorbell footage, is asked to contact West Midlands Police via their 101 number, quoting reference 510 of 21 December.
Alternatively, information can be given anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
West Midlands Ambulance Service has been approached for more information.
