A man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder following an incident in Salisbury.
Officers were called to an address in Firsdown at approximately 4.45pm yesterday (5th May 2026) following a report that a woman in her 50s had been seriously assaulted by a man who was known to her. She was taken to hospital with injuries which are believed to be serious but not life threatening.
The man had left the scene and extensive searches were carried out by officers assisted by the police helicopter throughout the course of the evening and at approximately 10.40pm, a man in his 30s was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and possession of an offensive weapon.
He has been taken to Melksham custody for questioning.
DI Eirin Martin said, “We appreciate the significant concern this incident caused, with a heightened police presence across the city whilst searches of an address were carried out, as well as searches to locate the man. Please be reassured that this was an isolated incident with no risk to the wider public and we have arrested a man in connection with it.
“Thank you to the Salisbury community for their patience whilst we carried out our enquiries. There will be a continued police presence in the areas of Spire View and Bishopdown whilst we continue with our enquiries.”
Man sentenced after motorcyclist suffers life-changing injuries in collision
South Western Ambulance Service appeals for public support amid record-breaking demand
ALABARÉ Learning Disability Service Honoured as Finalists in National Awards
Former Loanee signs for the Whites permanently from Oxford United
Promising forward signs from Basingstoke Town
Cabinet agrees to start work on new Wiltshire Local Plan
Staff Working Hard to Keep Animals Cool at Rare Breeds Farm
South Western Railway extends advice to only travel if essential to Friday
