A man in his 20s is fighting for recovery in hospital after a brutal stabbing in Accrington town centre in the early hours of Saturday.
Emergency services rushed to the scene just after 4am on 12 April, responding to reports from the North West Ambulance Service. The victim had suffered multiple stab wounds. He remains in a serious but stable condition in hospital, with police confirming his injuries are not life-threatening.
Lancashire Police say the attack followed a confrontation around 3:25am between the victim and several men near Eagle Street, Ormerod Street, and Scaitcliffe Street. Three men aged 18, 20, and 23 have been arrested and are currently in custody.
“We are treating this as a targeted attack and are doing everything we can to identify exactly what happened and who was involved. We have stepped up patrols to reassure the public,” a police spokesperson said.
Officers want anyone near Eagle, Ormerod, or Scaitcliffe Streets between 3am and 4am to come forward. Taxi drivers and other motorists with dashcam footage are urged to check their recordings. Businesses and residents with CCTV are also asked to review footage for any clues.
If you have information, call 101 quoting log number 0240 of 12 April 2025, or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
Social media is buzzing with concern after the violent attack. One user tweeted, “It’s worrying to hear about a stabbing so close to home. Hoping the victim recovers fully.” Many praised the quick police response and called for community help to catch those responsible.
Hyndburn Borough Council and local leaders have backed police appeals, urging residents to report anything suspicious. Lancashire Police have boosted patrols in Accrington town centre to keep the public safe and prevent further violence. They remind everyone to stay vigilant and report suspicious behaviour immediately. Even small tips can crack this case. If you saw something, say something.
Originally published by UKNIP.
