Police are appealing for witnesses following a stabbing in the Manchester Road area of Swindon just before 6pm on the 22nd December.
A man in his 30s was taken to hospital with a wound to his abdomen not thought to be life changing or life threatening.
DS Matt Gamble said: “This was a serious incident in a busy area of Swindon. A cordon was put up sealing off part on Manchester Road while we carried out investigations. This has now been lifted.
“We would like to thank staff in a local take away premises and an ex-soldier who helped the victim.
“It has been reported that the suspect was wearing a balaclava.
“If anyone has any information that could help with our enquiries, please contact us on 101 quoting reference number 54230135734.
“Alternatively, you can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.”
