A man has been charged with attempted murder and possession of an offensive weapon following a report of an assault in Christchurch.
The 28-year-old is due to appear in court today.
Police were called to an address in Glider Close on Tuesday night after an incident in which a nine-year-old girl received stab wounds.
She remains in hospital receiving treatment to injuries that are not life-threatening.
Officers are providing support to her and her family.
A local woman aged in her 50s who was arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender has been released without charge and will face no further action.
The man arrested and charged is from Christchurch.
Detective Chief Inspector Aimee Schock, of BCP CID, said: “After enquiries carried out by detectives, we liaised with the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) who authorised the charges.
“There will continue to be an increased policing presence in the coming days and we would urge anyone to approach an officer with information or concerns.
“I would like to thank the community for their ongoing support.”