Cheltenham police officer suffers needlestick during arrest

Needle with drop of bloodA female police officer has suffered a ‘small’ puncture to her hand after being wounded with a hypodermic needle in Cheltenham.

The officer was hurt while arresting a man on suspicion of trying to break into cars.

It’s unknown whether the wound was a result of the resistance by the suspect or whether it was an accidental consequence of the struggle.

The suspect was also taken to hospital.

The incident happened on Douro Road in Cheltenham.

We hope that there will be no adverse sequelae to this incident and wish the lady well.

 

 

 

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