A teenage boy has been stabbed during an attack in Swindon this afternoon (Wednesday).
Police officers were called to Shaftesbury Avenue at around 3.30pm following the knife assault.
The casualty sustained an injury to this arm, which is not thought to be life-threatening.
One male was arrested on suspicion of possession of a bladed article when officers arrived in the area.
Two further suspects – thought to have been involved – are on the run and searches are ongoing.
An area on Cranmore Avenue, near Farnborough Road, has been cordoned off as a crime scene.
A spokesperson for Wiltshire Police said: “There will be a heightened police presence in the area this afternoon and into the evening as officers conduct their enquiries and reassure any members of the public who have concerns.
“Any witnesses to the incident or anyone with further information should call 101 immediately and quote log number 197 of February 22.
“Alternatively, call CrimeStoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.”
