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Two paramedics stabbed at property in Wolverhampton

Two paramedics have been stabbed at a property in Wolverhampton, police say.

Officers said they were called to the incident on Stephens Way on Monday.

In a statement, West Midlands Ambulance Service said: “Two members of ambulance service staff have been stabbed after attending a call-out to check on the welfare of a man in Wolverhampton.

”The initial call came through at around 12.15pm this lunchtime to an address in Stephens Close.

“Shortly after arrival, the crew used their emergency alert to say that they had been stabbed.

“Three additional ambulances, two Midlands Air Ambulances and the West Midlands Care Team attended the scene along with three paramedic officers.

“The two members of staff, both paramedics, have been treated at the scene by doctors and paramedics and have been taken to hospital for further treatment.

“A man who was Tasered by police officers at the scene has also been treated by ambulance staff.”

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