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Two arrested after man taken to hospital with serious injuries in Telford

A man and a woman have been arrested after a man was taken to hospital with serious injuries in Telford.

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Police say an altercation broke out at about 7.30pm, on Springhill Crescent in Madeley last night.

During the incident police say a man in his thirties, was assaulted. He sustained serious injuries, and was taken to hospital. A woman in her thirties also sustained slight injuries.

Two people have been arrested in connection with the incident, and are both currently in custody.

A 28-year-old man from Telford has been arrested on suspicion of wounding with intent to do grievous bodily harm. A 29-year-old woman also from Telford has also been arrested on suspicion of wounding with intent to do grievous bodily harm, and on suspicion of possession of cannabis.

Detective Inspector Mo Lansdale from Telford CID said "This was a serious assault which occurred in the street, leaving two people injured.

"A number of house to house enquiries are underway today, and we are urging anyone who may have been in the area and who may have witnessed the assault to contact police by calling 101 and quoting incident number 573."

If you wish to remain anonymous please contact the independent charity crimestoppers by calling 0800 555 111.

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