Man Arrested After Stabbing Shock in Reading’s Forbury Gardens
Thames Valley Police have swooped, arresting a man following a stabbing incident in Reading this evening.
Chaos Erupts at 7pm
Emergency services rushed to Forbury Gardens at around 7pm after reports of a brutal stabbing. A man was detained on the spot and is now in police custody.
Victims Rushed to Hospital
Several people were injured in the attack and have been taken to hospital for urgent treatment. The full extent of the wounds has not yet been disclosed.
Police Urge Caution and Cooperation
- A police cordon remains tightly in place around Forbury Gardens. The public is urged to avoid the area while investigations continue.
- Authorities ask people not to share images or videos of the incident online. Instead, hand them directly to the police.
- Officials confirm this attack is unrelated to the Black Lives Matter protest held earlier in Reading today.
If you have any information, call Thames Valley Police immediately on 999, quoting reference 1159 20/6.
