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Devon and Cornwall Police arrest suspect after Plymouth attack

By Drooid · Sep 16, 2026, 10:04 AM UTC · How we work

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Devon Police Arrest Suspect

Devon and Cornwall Police arrested a man in his 20s on suspicion of attempted murder in Plymouth.
The assault occurred at 7:20 pm BST on Tuesday 15 September 2026 at North Hill, Plymouth.
The victim suffered life-changing injuries and was taken to hospital.
The suspect also faces charges of assault occasioning grievous bodily harm and possession of a bladed article.
Police maintained a cordon at the scene while investigations continued.

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Police Close Road

Inrix reported that North Hill (B3250) closed both directions at 7:32 pm.
The closure extended between North Road East and Deptford Place, disrupting local traffic.
CCTV footage from a red City Bus inside the cordon was downloaded for investigators.
Police cordoned several adjoining streets, expanding the affected area.
Five police cars responded, coordinating the closure and evidence collection.

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Devon Police Arrest Suspect

Devon and Cornwall Police arrested a man in his 20s on suspicion of attempted murder in Plymouth.
The assault occurred at 7:20 pm BST on Tuesday 15 September 2026 at North Hill, Plymouth.
The victim suffered life-changing injuries and was taken to hospital.
The suspect also faces charges of assault occasioning grievous bodily harm and possession of a bladed article.
Police maintained a cordon at the scene while investigations continued.

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