Teen arrested after stabbing in Bestwood leaves man injured

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 3 Nov, 07:58 · Archive

A man in his twenties was stabbed in Bestwood on Monday and is being treated in hospital for abdominal wounds.

A man in his twenties was stabbed in broad daylight on Beckhampton Road in Bestwood on Monday at approximately 2.14pm. Emergency services attended the scene and the victim was taken to hospital for treatment of abdominal wounds. Nottinghamshire Police said his injuries are not believed to be life-threatening or life-altering in nature.

A 17-year-old boy was arrested on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm with intent in connection with the attack and remains in police custody. Detective Inspector Dave Nicks appealed for witnesses, saying: "We are working to understand exactly what happened in the moments before, during and after this incident and would like to speak to anybody who saw or heard what happened. Even the smallest piece of information could prove vital in this investigation."

Members of the public with information are urged to contact Nottinghamshire Police on 101, quoting incident 413 of November 2, 2026, or to call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

How it is being reported

• Teen arrested after man injured in stabbingA man in his 20s "is being treated in hospital for abdominal wounds", Nottinghamshire Police say.BBC Nottingham · 3 Nov, 07:20
• Teen arrested after man injured in Bestwood stabbingThe victim, a man in his twenties, is being treated in hospital for abdominal wounds after the attack in Beckhampton RoadNottinghamshire Live · 2 Nov, 19:23

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