Two teenagers arrested following Bournemouth stabbing
A man suffered a wound in the back last Monday evening (30th October)
Two teenagers have been arrested by police investigating a stabbing in Bournemouth.
A man in his 30s suffered stab wounds to his back just after 6.00pm last Monday evening (30th October) in Turnbull Lane in West Howe.
His injuries have been described as serious, but not life-threatening, and he's since been released from hospital.
Two 16-year-old boys have been questioned - one on suspicion of assault occasioning actual bodily harm, possession of an offensive weapon and affray.
The other was arrested on suspicion of possession of offensive weapon and affray.
A 50-year-old man from Poole had previously been arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm with intent and possession of an offensive weapon - he's since been released on police bail.
Detective Inspector Shaun Inkpen, of Bournemouth CID, said:
“Our enquiries continue in regards to this investigation. I would like to express my thanks to the members of the public who provided first aid to the victim prior to emergency services arrival.
"I would urge anyone who witnessed the incident or has any information to contact Dorset Police at www.dorset.police.uk or call 101, quoting occurrence number 55230172408. Alternatively, independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously online at Crimestoppers-uk.org or by calling Freephone 0800 555 111.”