Two men arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after 4 teenagers injured in Doncaster attack

Police say it happened Askern

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Author: Rebecca LomasPublished 12th Apr 2023
Last updated 12th Apr 2023

Two men have been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after 4 teenagers were attacked in Doncaster.

Police say three of the group, aged between 15 and 18, were taken to hospital.

Their injuries are not thought to be life threatening.

A 38-year-old and 41-year-old are in Police custody.

A Police spokesperson said:

"Emergency services were called at about 4.30pm yesterday (Tuesday 11 April) to reports of an altercation taking place on Manor Road in Askern, Doncaster.

"A group of four men had arrived in a silver Volkswagen Golf and reportedly assaulted a group of teenagers, aged between 15 and 18 years-old, with weapons. After returning to the car, the group fled the scene in the direction of Victoria Road.

"Four victims were located nearby, with three being taken to hospital for treatment. Their injuries are not believed to be life threatening or changing.

"Soon after, officers arrested two Doncaster men, aged 38 and 41, on suspicion of attempted murder. They remain in custody."

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