Arrest after electric bike rider stabbed in leg

Police were called to Violet Hill, in Mansfield, on Friday afternoon

A man has been arrested after the rider of an electric bike was stabbed in his leg in Nottinghamshire.

Police said officers were called to Violet Hill, in Mansfield, at 13:43 GMT on Friday after a "serious incident" which involved "a group of people on bikes".

The electric bike rider was stopped by officers nearby before being taken to hospital by ambulance, and his injuries were not believed to be life-threatening or life-altering, said Nottinghamshire Police.

An 18-year-old man has now been arrested on suspicion of wounding with intent and remains in police custody.

'Come forward'

Officers are appealing for witnesses to get in touch.

Det Insp Andrea Brown said: "This was a very serious incident played out in full view of multiple witnesses.

"We have already spoken to many of those people and have also reviewed a considerable amount of CCTV and other video footage overnight."

She added it was "vital for any additional witnesses come forward".

"As well as those who saw the altercation itself, we would also like to hear from anyone who saw a group of young men riding electric bikes in the area yesterday afternoon.

"Even the smallest piece of information could prove vital in this investigation, so I urge people to come forward without delay."