A 26-year-old man is in a stable condition in hospital after he was stabbed on the banking of Caerphilly Castle on Thursday evening (May 28).

Police were called to the scene at around 8.50pm.

The victim, who is from the Caerphilly area, suffered stab wounds to his abdomen and was taken to the University Hospital of Wales in Cardiff, where he remains.

A 30-year-old man from the Deri area was also treated for superficial wounds at the scene.

It has been reported that the attacker made off on foot.

Detective inspector Leigh Holborn, who is leading the investigation, said: “We now have a team of dedicated officers investigating this incident that took place yesterday evening. 

“We are appealing for anyone who may have witnessed any suspicious activity in this area around the time of 8pm and 8.50pm to please contact Gwent Police.

“We would also like to appeal for information on the whereabouts of 23-year-old Scott Chamberlain from the Caerphilly area, who we believe may be able to help us with our enquiries.

“This incident is obviously very concerning for local residents. We are now implementing a variety of patrol methods in the area to assist us in our investigation and there will be an increased police presence throughout Caerphilly town.

“A police cordon is also in place, while our investigation continues.”

Anyone with information can contact Gwent Police on 101, quoting reference 200186323. Gwent Police can also be contacted through direct message on Facebook and Twitter.

Police are also appealing for information about a stabbing in Pantside, near Newbridge. The stabbing happened about an hour before the incident by Caerphilly Castle.