Four boys arrested after stabbing in Corby

Four boys have been arrested on suspicion of causing GBH following a stabbing yesterday (Tuesday).

The incident happened between 5.45pm and 6pm when police were called to reports that a 17-year-old boy had been stabbed in Quarry Close, Corby.

The boy was taken to hospital with injuries but they are not believed to be life-threatening or life-changing.

Four boys, aged 14 to 16, have been all been arrested on suspicion of GBH with intent, in connection with the incident and remain in police custody at this time.

Anyone with any information about this incident is asked to contact Northamptonshire Police on 101 or you can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111 quoting incident number 20000470711.

A spokesman for Northants Police said increased foot patrols by uniformed officers will be taking place in the area today (Wednesday) to reassure the community.

To read more about the incident, which was first reported by the Northants Telegraph last night, click here.

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