Three arrested in Leeds city centre after teenager suffers knife injuries
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The fight took place at the junction of Briggate and Kirkgate in the city centre, police say
Three teenagers have been arrested after a 16-year-old boy suffered knife injuries in Leeds city centre.
Officers were called to reports of a fight at the junction of Briggate and Kirkgate at about 18:30 BST on Thursday, and a man, 19, was arrested over the incident, police said.
A 16-year-old boy, who had suffered a punch to the face and a stab wound to his hand, was taken to hospital.
He was later arrested along with a second 16-year-old boy.
The 19-year-old was arrested on suspicion of affray, possession of cannabis with intent to supply and possession of an offensive weapon, according to West Yorkshire Police.
The injured boy was arrested on suspicion of affray, while the other 16-year-old was arrested on suspicion of affray, suspicion of possession of a knife and possession of cannabis.
A knife and bags of cannabis were found near the scene, officers said.
All those arrested remained in custody, they added.
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