13-year-old girl remains in hospital after serious stabbing in Hessle
Six teenagers remain in police custody arrested on suspicion of attempted murder
A teenage girl who suffered serious injuries to her neck after being stabbed in Hessle remains in hospital.
Humberside Police confirmed that they had received concerning reports for the safety of a girl as she was seen on the A63 near Hessle in East Yorkshire.
Officers responded to the calls and found that a 13-year-old girl had been seriously injured, having sustained stab wounds to her neck, stomach, chest and back.
As well as this, she also had been lacerated seriously and was taken to hospital where she remains in a serious condition.
Shortly after her discovery, police confirmed they found six teenagers - four boys aged between 14 and 17, as well as two girls aged 14 and 15 - in the area and arrested them on suspicion of attempted murder.
Speaking following the incident, Detective Superintendent Simon Vickers from Humberside Police said that lines of enquiry are already being followed as they try to piece together the events that led to the girl's injuries.
"As a part of those enquiries yesterday, a large scene guard was in place around a wooded area on Ferriby High Road as well as an area on the A63, Hessle where the teenage girl was assisted by members of the public. These cordons have now been lifted," he said.
"I can confirm that the attackers knew the 13-year-old girl and six teenagers currently remain in our custody being questioned by detectives."
He added that police will remain in the area throughout the weekend helping to keep the community safe, as well as to answer questions they may have.
"I would like to again thank members of the public who came to the girls aid and also to those who have rang in so far and provided us with any information."
Vickers went on to continue his appeal for information, adding that those who may have any information pertaining to the case can get in touch by calling 101 and quoting incident reference number 82 from November 1st.