A man has been airlifted to hospital after a stabbing incident in Barrow.
Police were contacted at around 3pm yesterday, Tuesday December 16.
It was reported a man in his 30s had suffered a suspected stab injury.
He was airlifted to the Royal Preston Hospital.
Police said he was in a stable condition and his injuries are not believed to be life-threatening
Emergency services attended and a 27-year-old man, of Barrow, was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder at around 3.30pm.
He remains in police custody.
The incident is believed to have occurred in Cambridge Street.
However, the victim is believed to have made his way to the vicinity of the nearby Aldi where he was being treated.
Chief Superintendent Matt Kennerley said: “Our investigation into this incident remains ongoing as we seek to establish the full circumstances.
“We appreciate news of incidents such as this may cause concern for local residents, however we can reassure them that this is believed to be an isolated incident. There is no wider risk to the public and we are not looking for any other individual at this time.
“We ask that people refrain from speculating online to avoid any misinformation circulating.
“There will be an increased policing presence in the area this evening to provide further reassurance.”
Anyone who witnessed the incident or the moments leading up to it – or who has any other information which would help – is urged to contact police.
Report online at www.cumbria.police.uk/reportit quoting incident number 117 of 16 December 2025 or call 101.
Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.
