Man found guilty of stabbing man outside Co-op in Pewsey

A man has been found guilty of grievous bodily harm with intent following a stabbing in Pewsey.

Luciano Marenghi, 65, of High Street, Pewsey, had been charged with stabbing a man following an argument outside the Co-Op in Pewsey on September 4.

The victim fortunately suffered non-life-changing injuries.

Officers attended the scene and Marenghi was arrested, charged and remanded in custody.

He pleaded not guilty but was found guilty yesterday morning (07/03) following a four-day trial by jury at Salisbury Crown Court.

He has been remanded into custody and is due to be sentenced at a later date.

Investigating officer DC Eleanor Darcy of South CID said: “This was a nasty incident which resulted in the victim suffering multiple stab wounds.

“I’m pleased that he has been found guilty and has been kept in custody ahead of his sentencing.

“I’d like to thank the members of the community who came forward during the incident to help detain Marenghi and also keeping the weapon secure until the emergency services arrived.

“I’d also like to highlight the dangers of carrying knives and the use of weapons.

“There can never be an excuse to carry a knife – simply carrying a knife in public without good reason is an offence.

“Not only are you potentially going to cause someone serious injury, you're more likely to be stabbed with your own knife than anyone else's.”