A 23-year-old man from Caerphilly has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and grievous bodily harm after a stabbing on the banks of Caerphilly Castle.

Police were called to the incident at around 8.50pm on Thursday evening (May 28), with a 26-year-old man suffering stab wounds to the abdomen.

The victim was taken to University Hospital of Wales in Cardiff, where he remains and is currently in a stable condition.

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

It was the second stabbing to take place in Caerphilly County Borough that evening, with an incident taking place in Pantside, near Newbridge, about an hour earlier.

Gwent Police detective inspector Leigh Holborn, who is leading the investigation, said: “Following our appeal for information, we arrested a 23-year-old Caerphilly man who we believe has recently sustained injuries to his ear, face and leg.

“We have reason to believe that these injuries could have been caused during the incident in Caerphilly Castle and he has been taken to the University Hospital of Wales in police custody.

“He has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and Section 18 grievous bodily harm.

“Our team of dedicated officers investigating are now trying to determine the circumstances around this incident. 

“We continue to appeal 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.

“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 about the incident can contact Gwent Police on 101, quoting reference 2000186323. Gwent Police can also be contacted through direct message on Facebook and Twitter.