A teenage boy has been charged and more arrests have been made following an alleged serious assault at an address in Poole.
It was reported that an 18-year-old man had been assaulted and sustained stab wounds. He was taken to hospital, where he remains in a life-threatening condition.
Dorset Police received a report at around 12.05am on Friday 23 August 2024 regarding a disturbance at an address in Vale Road.
A police cordon was put in place at the scene to allow for a detailed examination to be carried out.
Following enquiries, a 15-year-old boy from Poole was arrested. He has now been charged with grievous bodily harm with intent and threatening with a bladed article. He is due to appear at Poole Magistrates’ Court on Monday 26 August 2024.
Detective Chief Inspector Helen Deakin, of Dorset Police, said: “Since the incident, we have conducted a fast-paced investigation and liaised with the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) who authorised the charge.
“However, we are continuing our enquiries and I am appealing for any witnesses, who have not yet spoken with officers, to come forward.
“I am particularly keen to hear from anyone who heard or saw a commotion in Vale Road or the surrounding area during the relevant night.
“There will continue to be an increased policing activities and officers are conducting searches in area of Ashley Road.
“We would urge anyone to approach an officer with information or concerns.”
Anyone with information is asked to contact Dorset Police at by calling 101, quoting occurrence number 55240129860.