Man arrested after Oswestry town centre stabbing

West Mercia Police said on Tuesday afternoon they were still at the scene in Cross Street, Oswestry, after they received reports that a man had been stabbed just before midday.

A spokesperson for the force said: "Officers are still at an incident that initially started on Cross Street in Oswestry following a call around 12pm this afternoon with a report that a man had been stabbed.

"One man has been arrested on suspicion of GBH. Officers are now investigating."

West Midlands Ambulance Service said it had been "stood down" by police after attending the scene.

A spokesperson said: “We were called to reports of a stabbing on Cross Street, Oswestry at 11.45am. Prior to our arrival, we were stood down by the police as our assistance was no longer required.”