Other Road: Redditch community reacts to fatal stabbing

West Mercia Police said they were called to an address on Other Road at around 9.30am yesterday (Monday, November 11) where a 44-year-old woman was found with stab wounds. 

Two ambulances, a paramedic officer and the Midlands Air Ambulance from  Strensham were sent to the address but despite their best efforts, she was pronounced dead at the scene. 

Police have launched an investigation and a 46-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder.

Residents have now revealed their shock at the tragic news including anti-knife campaigner Pete Martin from the Redditch Self Defence Group who has been involved in helping to tackle knife crime alongside the police for ten years. 

He said: "We're all as shocked as everybody else to hear the sad news. As always, our thoughts remain with the victim's loved ones. 

"I also want to mention the first responders as being the first to arrive at a crime scene can be a harrowing experience. 

"I have spoken to MP Chris Bloore and West Mercia Police and between us, we will be offering support to those in the community who have been affected by this tragic news." 

The MP Chris Bloore also expressed his condolences to the woman's family and friends. 

He said: "I was made aware of this incident that had taken place near the town centre in Redditch. The police have informed me there is no further risk to the wider public.

"There will be an increased police presence in the area as enquiries continue. My thoughts are with the family and friends impacted by this tragic event."

A police cordon was in place on Other Road following the incident with officers reassuring the public that there is no wider risk to their safety. 

Detective Chief Inspector Gareth Lougher said: "Officers and paramedics were promptly on scene; however, it became clear the woman’s injuries were not survivable and she sadly died at the scene.

"I would like to reassure the local community we believe there to be no wider risk to the public."