Blood-covered street sparks urgent police appeal after reports of knife fight

THE MALE VICTIM WAS LAST SEEN WALKING ALONE AFTER THE ATTACK IN THE DIRECTION OF SOUTH LOUDOUN PLACE NEAR THE BUTETOWN COMMUNITY CENTRE IN CARDIFF, WALES 18:26, 03 Jun 2025Updated 18:36, 03

Jun 2025 Police have launched an urgent appeal for a man believed to be injured to come forward, following the discovery of a blood-soaked street after reports of a knife fight. Officers

expressed concern for the victim's wellbeing due to the significant amount of blood found at the scene in Cardiff and are urging anyone with information to contact them. The male victim

was last spotted walking alone post-attack towards South Loudoun Place near Butetown Community Centre. A representative for South Wales Police stated: "At around 10.30pm on Sunday,

June 1, we received a report of a fight, potentially involving a knife, on Angelina Street, Butetown, Cardiff. "CCTV footage reveals a man on the ground, later assisted by two others.

The victim is last seen walking alone in the direction of South Loudoun Place.", reports Wales Online. "Given the volume of blood on the street, we're worried about his

welfare. He may have sustained injuries that necessitate immediate medical care. We've conducted checks with local hospitals." Article continues below The police are appealing to

the victim or anyone with relevant information to get in touch, quoting reference number 2500173244. South Wales Police can be contacted via their live chat, website, or by dialling 101.

Alternatively, you can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111. The news comes after pensioners and punters were left stunned after a machete-wielding thug allegedly launched a

vicious attack inside BJ’s Bingo in Birmingham, leaving one man with a nearly severed arm. Police were quick to swoop on the venue on Mackadown Lane in Kitts Green just before 3pm on Friday,

following reports of fighting in the arcade section. Armed officers and and paramedics raced to the scene, where one man was found with serious stab injuries. Shocked witnesses described

scenes of total chaos inside. One person posted online: “We were there and a lad nearly had his arm chopped off with a machete. I’ll be surprised if it’s open tonight as it’s got to be a

crime scene now.” Article continues below Another added: “Machete attack at BJ’s Bingo, my mom and sister were locked in with other players. One taken to hospital, couple arrested.” The

popular bingo hall was quickly cordoned off as officers secured the scene. Elderly customers were spotted waiting outside, unable to leave while police carried out their investigation. West

Midlands Police later confirmed five arrests had been made. A spokesperson said: “We’ve arrested five people following disorder in Mackadown Lane, Birmingham.