Man stabbed in popular dog walking area

The victim, a man in his 20s, was walking in the Willesley Wood at around 6 pm on Sunday (21 August) when he was followed by a group of eight to 10 men.

Detective Constable Andrew McGregor, the investigating officer, said: “I believe Willesley Wood is a popular dog-walking spot and therefore there may have been people in the area on Sunday evening who saw the group or the victim."

The victim told police he was asked for the time before one of the group slashed the top of his head with a knife.

He then suffered a minor puncture wound to the abdomen as well as being punched which knocked him unconscious.

The group had left the woods by the time he regained consciousness.

Detective Constable Andrew McGregor, the investigating officer, said: “While no arrests have been made at this time, our enquiries are continuing and I’d like anyone who believes they may be able to help to get in touch. Any details you’re able to provide could help my investigation.”

You can pass on information by visiting https://www.leics.police.uk/ro/report/ocr/af/how-to-report-a-crime/ and quoting reference 22*487028.