Investigating officers were in the centre of Frome today (August 27) following a stabbing last night.

Police have put out an appeal after a man in his 50s was wounded.

They are looking for witnesses to the incident in the centre of town.

In a statement they said: " We were called shortly before 10.25pm about the incident that had just happened in Cheap Street.

A man, in his 50s, was found to have been wounded. Paramedics attended the scene and he was taken to hospital for further treatment, where he remains.

We have arrested a 28-year-old man on suspicion of wounding with intent and possession of a class B drug. He remains in police custody.

Officers remained at the scene this morning conducting enquiries.

Anybody who saw what happened last night is asked to report it online or call 101 and give reference number 5220194017."