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Man Arrested for Attempted Murder at Lancashire Crematorium

4/8/2026

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An attempted murder investigation is underway after a woman was stabbed at Carleton Crematorium in Poulton-le-Fylde, Lancashire, on April 7.
Emergency services responded around 6:45 PM as the victim received treatment and was discharged with non-life-threatening injuries.
A man in his 30s, known to the victim, was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and remains in custody.
Detective Inspector Chris Hammond urged witnesses or anyone with footage to come forward.

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An attempted murder investigation is underway after a woman was stabbed at Carleton Crematorium in Poulton-le-Fylde, Lancashire, on April 7.
Emergency services responded around 6:45 PM as the victim received treatment and was discharged with non-life-threatening injuries.
A man in his 30s, known to the victim, was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and remains in custody.
Detective Inspector Chris Hammond urged witnesses or anyone with footage to come forward.