Attempted murder arrests after stabbing in Leicester park
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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.
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