George Powell, accused of stealing a Viking treasure hoard worth about £3 million, admits he stabbed a friend after an argument, according to reports. Police say Powell had been on the run for around nine months and was sought in connection with the alleged theft before the incident in October 2025. The stabbing took place at a caravan site in Paignton, Devon, where Powell attacked Lewis Prosser following a dispute related to the stolen gold, the accounts state. The reporting describes Powell’s confession as part of the wider case involving the alleged Viking hoard theft. Across the available sources, the key points are that Powell is linked to the £3 million find, that he was evading police for a period, and that the later attack occurred during a confrontation with a friend connected to the same matter. The sources provided do not offer further details about court outcomes or the specific legal charges beyond the admission of stabbing.