Serious assault in Ilfracombe

At 2249 hours on Saturday 23rd January 2021 police were called by ambulance to a report of a possible stabbing in Bicclescombe Park, Ilfracombe. The 19 year old male casualty had been stabbed and was airlifted to Derriford Hospital with life threatening injuries.

Detectives are continuing the investigation and a scene guard remains in place. No arrests have yet been made.

Anyone with information or who may have witnessed the attack are asked to call 101, quoting log reference 1037 230121.  

--- Note to readers: This message has been disseminated by Devon and Cornwall Police - please visit their official website for further information.