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Teenage Boy, 17, Has Leg Amputated Following Stabbing Incident on Bank Holiday Monday
Police are reviewing hundreds of hours of CCTV as an 18-year-old man remains on bail after the attack on a 17-year-old boy.
- On Bank Holiday Monday, a 17-year-old boy from Cardiff suffered a serious leg injury during a stabbing at Barry Island. He has since undergone a life-changing leg amputation.
- Traders criticized the lack of police presence on the busy Bank Holiday Monday, describing the scene as a "free for all." Louis Rees, owner of Barrybados, argued the beach must return to an alcohol-free zone.
- South Wales Police are examining hundreds of hours of CCTV footage to trace witnesses. Detective Inspector Sarah Lee urged the public to contact the force or Crimestoppers anonymously, quoting reference 2600163243.
- An 18-year-old man from Riverside, Cardiff, arrested on suspicion of wounding with intent remains on bail pending further enquiries. The victim continues receiving critical care at the University Hospital of Wales.
- Detective Inspector Sarah Lee stated the victim's family is "distraught" and receiving support from a family liaison officer. Residents continue calling for heavier police presence to prevent drinking and future violence on Barry Island.
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- 38% of the sources lean Left, 37% of the sources are Center
38% Left
L 38%
C 37%
R 25%
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