Takeaway staff and an ex-soldier have been praised for helping the victim of a stabbing.
Police responded to the knife attack in the Manchester Road area of Swindon shortly before 6pm on Friday evening (22 December).
A man, aged in his 30s, sustained a stab wound to his abdomen and was rushed to hospital for treatment. His injury is not believed to be life-threatening.
Members of staff from nearby Swindon Kebab House and an ex-solider helped the victim prior to the arrival of emergency services at the scene.
The attacker was reportedly wearing a balaclava and police are working to trace them. No arrests have been made at this stage.
DS Matt Gamble said: “This was a serious incident in a busy area of Swindon. A cordon was put up sealing off part on Manchester Road while we carried out investigations. This has now been lifted.”
He added: “We would like to thank staff in a local take away premises and an ex-soldier who helped the victim.
“It has been reported that the suspect was wearing a balaclava.
“If anyone has any information that could help with our enquiries, please contact us on 101 quoting reference number 54230135734.
“Alternatively, you can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.”
