Teenager arrested after man assaulted in Sawley

A teenager has been arrested after a man was assaulted in Sawley.

The incident took place at Sawley Park, near the Medical Centre, at around 6pm on 5th September and saw the victim, a man in his 20s, assaulted by a group of teenagers.

The man was taken to hospital with stab wounds where he remained but was expected to make a full recovery.

Enquiries are ongoing into the circumstances of the assault and there will be an increased police presence in the area over the coming days; however, it is understood to be an isolated incident.

A 15-year-old boy from the Long Eaton area was arrested on suspicion of assault and has been released on police bail.

Local Police Officers are keen to speak to anyone who may have witnessed the incident, in particular anyone who may have footage of the assault or the moments before or after.

Anyone who is able to help officers is asked to contact the force using any of the below methods, including reference 23*552220:

• Facebook– send a private message to /DerbyshireConstabulary
• X (Twitter)– direct message the contact centre on @DerPolContact
• Website– complete the online contact form at derbyshire.police.uk/Contact-Us.
• Phone – call 101

You can also anonymously contact the independent charity Crimestoppers, on 0800 555 111 or by visiting www.crimestoppers-uk.org