Man remains in hospital after alleged stabbing in Berkhamsted

Police are investigating after a man was assaulted in Berkhamsted High Street on Saturday night.

Officers were called at 11.57pm on Saturday, June 13, to reports of an assault, they attended the scene and found a man who had sustained an alleged stab wound to his abdomen.

He was taking to hospital and remains in a stable condition.

His injuries are not thought to be life-threatening.

The offenders have been described as three males wearing balaclavas, they are believed to have exited a vehicle, possibly a white Mercedes, before assaulting the victim.

Officers searched the area but they remain outstanding at this time.

Detective Inspector Nick Rega said: “I understand this news will be alarming to residents and I want to reassure you that we are doing all we can to trace those responsible.

"If you saw what happened or have any information about the incident, please call the non-emergency number 101 quoting crime reference 41/46207/20.

"You can also report information online at herts.police.uk/report or speak to an operator in our Force Communications Room via our online web chat at herts.police.uk/contact.

"If a crime is in progress or someone’s life is in danger, call 999 immediately.

"Alternatively, you can stay 100% anonymous by contacting the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or via their untraceable online form at crimestoppers-uk.org.”