Boy, 16, arrested after Raunds double stabbing

A boy has been arrested on suspicion of GBH after a double stabbing in Raunds.

The police helicopter was spotted hovering above the East Northants town after the shocking incident late on Saturday night (August 29).

A man and a boy, aged 37 and 15, were stabbed outside a property in Brooks Road on the northern edge of Raunds at about 11.30pm.

A police spokesman said they were both taken to hospital but are both recovering well with no long-term injuries.

A 16-year-old boy was arrested on suspicion of GBH with intent in connection with the incident.

He has been released on police bail pending further enquiries.

Anyone with information should contact police on 101.

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