Three teens stabbed on way to party in Newcastle-under-Lyme

Police said the three teenagers were stabbed in Ashfields New Road on Friday evening

Three teenagers were taken to hospital after being stabbed on their way to a party in Staffordshire.

The trio, aged between 17 and 19, were stabbed in Ashfields New Road, Newcastle-under-Lyme, at about 19:00 GMT on Friday.

Staffordshire Police said they were hunting a 6ft (1.8m) tall tracksuit-wearing man in connection with the incident.

Police have increased their presence in the area while investigations continue.

Police said a group of young people were on their way to a party when a man, aged in his 20s, joined the group and started arguing, before attacking three people.

None of the teenagers' injuries are thought to be life-threatening.

Firearms officers were sent to the scene and a police helicopter was also searching for the man.

Officers said a white man ran away from the scene. It is believed he has a beard and spoke with a local accent. He also wore a dark beanie hat and was carrying a rucksack or bag.