A 31-year-old man arrested for attempted murder after a hotel stabbing is being held under the terrorism act, police have revealed.

Police were called around 1.30pm on Tuesday afternoon after a 25-year-old man was attacked at the Pear Tree Inn in Smite Lane in Hindlip.

He was taken to hospital with a chest and hand wound. His injuries are not believed to be life-threatening and he is currently in a stable condition.

A man was originally arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm and is currently in custody. He has since been rearrested on suspicion of attempted murder.

Worcester News: INVESTIGATION: Forensics officers at the Pear Tree in Smite near Hindlip after the stabbing INVESTIGATION: Forensics officers at the Pear Tree in Smite near Hindlip after the stabbing (Image: Newsquest)

A spokesperson for West Mercia Police said on Thursday: "A 31-year-old man is currently being held under section 41 of the Terrorism Act 2000."

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We reported previously how a cordon was in place at the scene with several police officers and forensics teams deployed to the scene.

Due to the circumstances surrounding the incident, Counter Terrorism Policing West Midlands are now leading the investigation, which West Mercia officers are supporting.

West Mercia Police local policing Assistant Chief Constable, Grant Wills, said: “It is important we fully understand the circumstances of this incident and are working closely with colleagues at Counter Terrorism Policing West Midlands as part of the investigation.

“We understand incidents of this nature can be concerning to our local communities and I would like to reiterate that a man has been arrested and we do not believe there is a wider risk to the public.