Man in hospital after ‘stabbing’ in Scots town as two arrested in Dundee

A man is currently in the hospital following an alleged stabbing incident in a town in Scotland. Emergency services quickly responded to reports of a serious assault on Avenue Road in Kinross, Perth and Kinross, at 9.40 pm on Friday. Upon arrival, a 44-year-old man was found with serious injuries and was subsequently taken to the hospital for treatment. His current condition remains unknown.

Police took action in connection with the incident as two men, aged 26 and 37, were arrested during a car stop in Myrekirk, Dundee, at 12.55 am on Sunday. Investigations are still ongoing into the matter. Scenes from Kinross showed a significant presence of police vehicles and ambulances, highlighting the severity of the situation.

A statement from Police Scotland detailed the events, stating, “Around 9.40 pm, we received a report of the serious assault of a 44-year-old man at a property on Avenue Road, Kinross. Emergency services attended, and he was taken to the hospital for treatment. Officers carrying out enquiries stopped a car on Myrekirk, Dundee, around 12.55 am on Saturday, 16 November 2024, and two men, aged 26 and 37, were arrested in connection. Inquiries are ongoing.”

The incident serves as a reminder of the prevalence of knife crime in communities and the importance of swift police action in such cases. The safety and well-being of residents remain a top priority, with authorities working diligently to ensure justice is served and prevent further incidents of violence.