Attempted murder arrests after stabbing in Leicester park

Police said patrols were under way near Braunstone Park to reassure residents

Three men have been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder in connection with a park stabbing.

Police said they were called to Braunstone Park, near Cort Crescent, Leicester, at 15:04 BST on Thursday after an 18-year-old was stabbed.

He was taken to hospital for treatment for an injury that the force said was not believed to be life-threatening.

The three arrested, two aged 21 and a 26-year-old, were being held in custody for questioning on Friday.

A police spokesperson said there were extra patrols in the area to try to reassure nearby residents.

Anyone with information about the attack is urged to call the police.