Three people were stabbed and eight others were injured by a lone attacker in downtown Bedworth.
Warwickshire police say a 33-year-old man has been arrested and is being assessed for mental health after being stabbed Saturday morning.
The forces believe that the Bedworthy suspect was walking on Coventry Road and Gilbert Close, where he attacked 11 people shortly before 8 am.
Police said the victims, who have so far been found to have minor injuries, are assisting officials in the investigation. Three people were sent to hospital, where two were discharged.
Chief Detective Susan Baker said they were not looking for anyone else and that it was not related to terrorism.
Detective Sergeant Rich Simpkins described it as a “nasty incident” and urged everyone else to come out.
He said: “It was a nasty incident that left a number of people injured, and I know it will be of great concern to the community.
“The public can expect to see an increased police presence in and around Bedworth City Center to provide reassurance as our officers continue to investigate.
“We know that there were a number of people in the area at the time of the incident and that there may be more members of the public who may have been approached or attacked by the suspect.
“If the suspect approaches you or you may have witnessed the incident, I would urge you to contact us.
“Any information you may have could really help our investigation.”
Anyone with information or a recording from a control camera or telephone in the Coventry Road and Gilbert Close area between 7:45 a.m. and 8:05 a.m. should call 101, citing incident number 91 on April 23. Details can also be provided anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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