Man charged with aggravated burglary in Mansfield that saw man stabbed for off-road bike

A man is due to appear in court charged in connection with an aggravated burglary in Mansfield during which the victim was stabbed.

It comes after a report that two intruders had broken into a house in Bishop Street shortly after 6am on Thursday (December 3).

The victim was stabbed before his off-road bike was stolen.

Minutes later the bike was involved in a collision with a van in Chesterfield Road South at the junction with Paulson's Drive at around 6.20am.

The bike was involved in a collision with a van in Chesterfield Road South (pictured) at the junction with Paulson's Drive.placeholder image
The bike was involved in a collision with a van in Chesterfield Road South (pictured) at the junction with Paulson's Drive.

A motorcyclist and pillion passenger were injured and taken to hospital. One of the men, who were both arrested, remains in a serious but stable condition.

The stabbing victim was also taken to hospital and was later discharged.

Tristan Fretwell, 24, of Haydn Road, Sherwood, is due to appear at Nottingham Magistrates' Court today charged with robbery, possession of a knife in a public place and criminal damage.

If you have any information call Nottinghamshire Police on 101 quoting incident number 0064-03122020.

In these confusing and worrying times, local journalism is more vital than ever. Thanks to everyone who helps us ask the questions that matter by taking out a subscription or buying a paper. We stand together. Nancy Fielder, editor.

News you can trust since 1952
Follow us
© 2026 Iconic Media Group Ltd. All rights reserved.Cookie SettingsTerms and ConditionsPrivacy notice