A WOMAN has been charged with attempted murder after a man was found with stab wounds near to Worcester city centre.
Emma Smith, 39, of Woodhouse Close in Worcester has been charged with attempted murder.
She has been remanded in custody to appear at Kidderminster Magistrates’ Court tomorrow (Wednesday June 4).
Officers were called to Warmstry Court on Quay Street by West Midlands Ambulance Service following reports of a stabbing at around 12.45pm on Sunday (June 1).
When officers arrived at the scene a man, aged 69, was found to have suffered serious injuries. He was taken to hospital by air ambulance, where he remains.
A woman, aged 39, was then arrested at an address in Diglis on suspicion of attempted murder, and remains in police custody as enquiries continue.
Officers investigating the incident are keen to hear from anyone who may have been in the area at the time, who can help with enquires.
Detective Inspector David Hall, said: “We understand an incident of this nature can cause alarm in the local community, but I would like to reassure people that we believe this to be an isolated incident with no further threat to the wider public.
“A woman was swiftly arrested by officers following the incident and she remains in police custody as we carry out our investigation.
“I would encourage anyone who was in the area at the time, and may have witnessed the incident, to get in touch with officers immediately.”
Anyone with information should contact West Mercia Police on 01905 331234 quoting incident number 189i of June 1, 2025.
Alternatively, information can be shared anonymously with the independent charity Crimestoppers by visiting crimestoppers-uk.org or calling 0800 555 111.
