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Police searching for man they say is ‘extremely dangerous’ and is wanted in connection with Gedling stabbing

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Police are appealing for the public’s help to find a wanted man in connection with a stabbing in Gedling last night.

The incident happened at around 10.30pm on Tuesday (6) next to the Co-op in Westdale Lane.

A man, in his 30s, was stabbed and has been sent to hospital with serious injuries.

Members of the public are being urged not to approach Simon McHugh

The incident happened at around 10.30pm on Tuesday (6) next to the Co-op in Westdale Lane.

Police are now searching for 45-year-old Simon McHugh.

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Members of the public are being urged not to approach him.

He is around 6ft tall, last seen wearing a black hoodie and tracksuit bottoms that are ripped at the left knee.

A police spokesman said: “We believe the man to be extremely dangerous and are calling on anyone with information to immediately contact the police.

Anyone with information should call 999 or 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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