A major police operation continued in Shelton today after officers were called to reports of a stabbing on Ridgway Road on the evening of 23 July. Residents and passers-by reported a significant cordon around Hanley Park and surrounding streets, and images shared with local media show officers remaining at the scene into the following morning.
What happened
Staffordshire Police said they were responding to a serious assault and that emergency services attended after they were alerted to a man having been stabbed. West Midlands Ambulance Service was also on the scene. The force asked the public not to circulate footage of the incident on social media and requested anyone with information to contact them.
"We are currently dealing with a serious assault on Ridgway Road, Shelton. We were called following reports that a man had been stabbed."
Local accounts and scene
Witnesses described a substantial response from police, including multiple marked vehicles. One local observer estimated around 10 police cars alongside a riot van, a mobile police station and a forensics van. A blue forensic tent was also reported as being in place within the cordoned area.
- Incident reported to police at around 19:40 on 23 July.
- Police established a cordon covering parts of Hanley Park and nearby streets.
- Members of the public have been asked to avoid sharing images or video of the scene.
Practical information and next steps
Staffordshire Police have asked witnesses to contact them via the non-emergency number, 101, quoting incident 747 of July 23. Officers say further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses. No details about the condition of the individual involved have been released by the force in their public statement.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Location | Ridgway Road / Hanley Park, Shelton |
| Time reported | About 19:40, 23 July |
| Police reference | Incident 747 of July 23 |
The presence of a substantial cordon and specialist resources indicates a detailed scene examination is under way. For local residents, the immediate implication is potential disruption in the Shelton area while investigators work. The force’s appeal for information suggests they are seeking witnesses or camera footage to assist the inquiry.
InfoRadar will continue to monitor updates from Staffordshire Police and emergency services and will publish further information as it becomes available.
