The 39 year old man from the Newport area who was arrested following an incident that occurred on Hereford Road, Abergavenny yesterday, Thursday 13th May, remains in police custody this evening.
A 58 year old female was walking along Hereford Road when she was attacked by a male. She was taken to Nevill Hall Hospital where she received treatment for stab wounds and has since been released.
Officers have recovered a knife that they believe was used in the incident.
Police ask that anyone with concerns or information about the incident contact them on 101.