An incident of stabbing occurred in St Miles Alley, off Colegate, at 12:53 am on May 23. It was reported that a fight between a man and a woman broke out behind St Miles Coslany Church. One man in his 20s was arrested in London and questioned at Wymondham police station, while two other men in their 20s were arrested in Great Yarmouth on May 25. All three were released on bail, which was first extended to August 25 and then again to a later date. However, the police confirmed on November 1 that no further action was being taken against them.
Following the altercation, the woman involved was taken to the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital for treatment. According to detectives, they believed that the woman and the man involved in the incident were known to each other. The investigation into the serious assault outside the Norwich pub continued, with further details about the nature of the altercation and any other individuals involved being pursued. Despite the initially arrested men being released and told no further action was being taken against them, the investigation is ongoing to gather more information about the incident and determine the complete chain of events and individuals responsible.
The incident raised concerns and drew attention to the safety and security in the area, as well as the ongoing issue of violence and altercations. Despite the arrests and subsequent release of the individuals, the investigation will continue to ensure that any individuals involved are held accountable for their actions. The incident prompted the community and authorities to address the underlying issues and concerns about safety in the area, working to prevent future altercations and ensure the safety and well-being of residents. Through their ongoing efforts, authorities seek to address the causes of such incidents and take measures to prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future, promoting a safer environment for all community members.
