Two people have been seriously injured following a reported stabbed at the Briar Hill Skate Park in Northampton
Two people have been seriously injured following a reported stabbed at a skate park.
Northamptonshire Police said they received reports at about 3.45pm today that two people had been stabbed after an altercation at the Briar Hill Skate Park in Northampton.
A police cordon is in place while officers carry out enquiries, and the park will remain closed to the public until further notice.
Several roads are also affected by the incident. Members of the public are being urged to avoid the area where possible. There will be an increased police presence in the area to provide reassurance and support to the community. Anyone with concerns is encouraged to speak to officers.
There will be an increased police presence in the area while the investigation takes place to offer reassurance and support to the community. Anyone who has any concerns is encouraged to speak to police.
Police said they will release further information when they are able to do so.
The force is appealing for witnesses or anyone with information, including CCTV, doorbell or mobile phone footage, to come forward.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Northamptonshire Police “as a matter of urgency” on 101 or online at www.northants.police.uk/RO, quoting incident number 26000098206.
Information can also be passed anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555 111 or visiting the Crimestoppers website.
