South Yorkshire Police issue statement over ‘stabbing’ fears after man seeks hospital treatment

South Yorkshire Police is seeking to allay fears over a reported stabbing.
By Claire Lewis
Published 24th Feb 2021, 07:34 BST
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The force acted after fears were voiced after a man attended Doncaster Royal Infirmary with stab wounds on Monday afternoon.

Investigations revealed that the 35-year-old sustained the wounds in a property in Wath but no criminality was involved.

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Police officers are not looking for anyone in connection to the incident.

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South Yorkshire Police said: “We're aware that there are some concerns being raised locally that an incident might be connected to criminal activity.

“Police were called at 3.40pm on Monday, February 22 following reports a man had attended at hospital in Doncaster with suspected stab wounds.

“The 35-year-old man is currently receiving treatment.

“It is understood that the man suffered the injuries at a property in the Wath area of Rotherham.

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“At this time, there is not thought to be any connection to criminal activity and police are not seeking anyone in connection with the incident.”

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