A MAN and a woman have been arrested under suspicion of attempted murder after a stabbing in Christchurch.
It was reported that a man had sustained stab wounds in Dennistoun Avenue at 10.37pm on Monday, December 29.
The victim, a man aged in his 40s, was taken to hospital for treatment.
A cordon was temporarily put in place while detailed enquires were carried out by detectives.
Two people have since been arrested under suspicion of attempted murder, a 33-year-old man from Christchurch and a 35-year-old woman from Poole.
Both people remain in police custody at this time.
Detective Inspector Chris Bradford, of BCP CID, previously said that the incident took place in the area of Dennistoun Avenue, near to Domino’s Pizza in Somerford Road.
A previous appeal was issued for people in the area who saw or heard anything suspicious.
DI Bradford was also looking to speak to drivers in the area who may have captured something of note on dashcam footage.
Dorset Police said an increased police prescence would be in the area following the incident and members of the public are encouraged to approach officers with any concerns.
DI Bradford previously said: “A full investigation is underway and fast-paced enquiries are ongoing to locate those involved.
“We are interested to hear from anyone who was in the area of Dennistoun Avenue near to Domino’s Pizza in Somerford Road at around 10pm on Monday 29 December 2025 – did you see or hear anything suspicious?
“I would also like to speak to anyone who was driving in the area and may have captured anything of relevance on dashcam footage.
“There will be an increased police presence in the area and we would encourage anyone with information or concerns to please speak with an officer.”
Detectives are continuing to ask anyone with information to contact Dorset Police online or by calling 101, quoting occurrence number 55250190329. Alternatively, independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously online using its website or by calling Freephone 0800 555 111.
