Gloucester: Attempted murder arrest after girl, 16, stabbed

Officers are at an address in Kingsway on Monday morning, following the incident on Sunday night

A teenager has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a 16-year-old girl was injured in a suspected stabbing.

Gloucester Police were called to an address in Kingsway, Gloucester, shortly after 20:00 GMT on Sunday.

The victim is being treated in hospital, but her injuries are not thought to be life-threatening.

A 17-year-old boy, who initially fled the area, is in police custody after being arrested at a different address.

Members of the public assisted emergency services at the scene

Gloucestershire Police said members of the public helped at the scene.

The force added: "There will be a visible police presence in the area while house-to-house and other enquiries take place throughout the day.

"Officers have said they are not currently seeking anyone else in connection with the incident."

Anyone with information or CCTV footage has been asked to contact police.

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