Two men have been hospitalised after being attacked with a “bladed weapon” on a busy Swindon street.

The attack on the two men occurred in broad daylight in Moredon Road at around 1.30pm on Sunday.

Police believe that a bladed weapon may have been used.

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Although both of the assaulted men were admitted to hospital to be treated for serious injuries, these were subsequently not considered to be of a life threatening nature.

Detective inspector Rachel Hardy said: “It’s important that we hear from anyone who was in the Moredon Road area at about 1.30pm today.

“We are also asking anyone with a dash cam or doorbell camera to please get in touch.

“Members of the public will notice an increased police presence in the area in response to this ongoing incident.

“If you know who might be responsible, I would urge you not to approach them but to call us immediately.”

Police encourage anyone who saw what took place or who may have dashcam footage to call them on 101 quoting the log 54230063762.