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Man arrested after stabbing in Christchurch Park

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A 48-year-old man has been arrested following a stabbing in Ipswich's Christchurch Park. The victim, a man in his 20s, suffered serious injuries in what police believe was a targeted attack.

Why it matters: This incident has raised concerns about safety in one of Ipswich's most popular public spaces.

The big picture: Suffolk Constabulary says there is no wider threat to the community, but they are appealing for witnesses and information.

Key details:

  • The stabbing occurred around 8.10pm on Monday 29 July.

  • The victim was taken to hospital with potentially life-changing injuries.

  • The suspect was arrested on Tuesday 30 July on suspicion of assault causing grievous bodily harm.

  • He is currently being questioned at Martlesham Police Investigation Centre.

What they're saying: A Suffolk Constabulary spokesperson said, "Police believe this was a targeted assault and there is no wider threat to the community."

What's next: Police are urging anyone with information, CCTV, doorbell camera footage, or relevant dash-cam footage to come forward.

How to help: Contact Suffolk Constabulary quoting reference 37/42839/24 via their website or by calling 101. Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or via their website.

Council set to award up to £5.3m to undisclosed town centre regeneration projects

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Ipswich Borough Council's Executive is set to approve grants worth up to £5.3m to revitalise empty spaces in the town centre.

The big picture: An independent expert panel has selected five projects to receive funding from the Town Centre Regeneration Fund, part of the Ipswich Town Deal.

  • The chosen projects will initially receive small development grants to test feasibility and costs.

  • After this stage, the panel will consider awarding larger grants for project delivery.

  • The selected projects have still not been disclosed to the public.

  • £5m remains in the fund for the council to bring other key buildings back into use.

A photo of The Botanist, a bar in Ipswich
The Botanist was one project funded by the Towns Deal fundOliver Rouane-WilliamsIpswich.co.uk

What they're saying:

Councillor Neil MacDonald, Ipswich Borough Council Leader, said: "There are some very exciting projects being recommended by the expert panel and I look forward to being able to reveal them when further checks have been made on their viability."

David Ralph, the Town Deal and Ipswich Vision Board Chair, added: "There were 21 applications to the Regeneration Fund and the best five have been selected by the expert panel. I look forward to the projects coming to fruition and helping Ipswich to thrive."

Why it matters: The Towns Fund programme aims to significantly improve the Ipswich town centre, building on previous projects such as The Botanist, Suffolk New College, and the University.

What's next: The Executive will meet on Tuesday 10 September 2024 at 6pm to discuss the grants.

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