A woman is in a serious condition in hospital after receiving suspected stab wounds following an assault in Bournemouth.
Police were called to an address in Rochester Road, West Howe, at 12.30 this morning.
The woman was taken to Poole Hospital where her condition is not believed to be life-threatening.
A cordon was placed around the scene while enquiries were carried out.
Police say it’s likely the assault was targeted.
Detective Chief Inspector Andy Bell, of Bournemouth CID, said: “Detectives are carrying out a full investigation into this matter and a cordon has been put in place at the scene as enquiries are carried out.
“I am appealing to anyone who witnessed any suspicious activity in the area – or who has captured relevant home CCTV, doorbell camera or dashcam footage – to please come forward.
“From our enquiries so far, we believe this is likely to have been a targeted assault but there will be continue to be an increased policing presence in the vicinity as we conduct further investigative work.
“Officers can be approached by members of the public with any information or concerns.”
Anyone with information is asked to contact Dorset Police at www.dorset.police.uk or by calling 101, quoting occurrence number 55240063019.