ARREST | Serious assault in Plymouth
Officers have made an arrest in connection to a serious assault on a teenager in Plymouth.
Following a number of enquiries, officers have arrested a 22-year-old man on suspicion of attempted murder. He remains in police custody.
The arrest forms part of an investigation which began after a 14-year-old boy sustained multiple stab wounds in the city centre on Monday 22 December.
We were called at 6.50pm to the area of Notte Street and Athenaeum Street following a report of a stabbing.
The victim was taken straight to hospital by ambulance crews where he remains receiving treatment. His injuries are not being treated as life-threatening.
Detectives continue to progress enquiries and there will be an increased police presence in the area over the coming days.
Anyone with information which may assist our investigation is asked to contact police on 101 or via our website quoting 50250326706.
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