Arrests made following reported assault in Christchurch
Two arrests have been made as detectives continue to investigate a reported assault in Christchurch.
Dorset Police received a report at 10.37pm on Monday 29 December 2025 that a man had sustained stab wounds in Dennistoun Avenue.
The victim – a man aged in his 40s – was taken to hospital for treatment.
A cordon was put in place to allow for detailed enquiries to be carried out at the scene.
Following investigative work, officers have arrested a 33-year-old man from Christchurch and a 35-year-old woman from Poole on suspicion of attempted murder.
They remain in police custody at this time.
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.
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