A woman was stabbed outside a busy primary school as parents ushered their children through the doors.
Bedfordshire Police have confirmed that a victim was taken to hospital with serious injuries following an attack near a school in Dunstable Road, Luton, shortly after 8.30am this morning.
A man was arrested and is in police custody. Police officers stood guard outside a tent covering the scene of the stabbing attack. A forensic team was also on site.
All children are believed to be safe at the school, which law enforcement has not named, but officers are expected to remain in the area for reassurance.
Women working at Family Grocery Store A, right next to the scene of the attack, said they had heard that a woman had been stabbed and taken to hospital, but did not know what happened. state.
Police officers stand near a forensic tent on Dunstable Road in Luton, where a woman was seriously injured in a knife attack near a school
Police and forensic officers speak near a tent earlier this morning following a stabbing.
The victim was taken to hospital with serious injuries after being stabbed outside a primary school. Here’s a look at Dunstable Road on a map
One said: “It’s terrible. I have never seen so many police officers. I hope the woman recovers. At least no children were hurt.
A neighbor living next to the scene of the assault, at flats in Beech Hill Court, said she left for work at 7am and returned home to find the police cordon in place.
“I’m shocked, it’s just horrible,” she said.
Staff at the nearby OYO Luton hotel said they were unable to comment on the incident.
On Facebook, Donna Robertson said: “I hope the lady makes a full recovery. What kind of person does this to another human being? Disgusting.’
A school spokesperson said: “Bedfordshire Police are investigating the murder of a woman near the school in Dunstable Road.
“Following the incident, the school was closed for approximately an hour, purely as a precaution, to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children and staff.
Another look at the Dunstable Road forensic pathologists. The attack took place at 8:30 a.m. during school drop-off.
All children would be safe in the school, but officers would need to remain in the area for reassurance.
“Parents have been informed of the incident and emotional support is available to any children and staff who may need it.”
The force released a statement saying: “Bedfordshire Police are investigating the murder of a woman near a school in Dunstable Road, Luton, shortly after 8.30am this morning.
“The victim was taken to hospital with serious injuries. A man was arrested and is currently in police custody.
“All children are safe inside the school and there is no greater threat to the public. Police will maintain a strong presence in the area to provide reassurance. Anyone with information can call the force on 101 quoting reference 84.’
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