Two people stabbed following altercation at Northampton skate park as investigation underway, police confirm
Two people have been stabbed after an altercation at a skate park in Northampton, police have confirmed.
Northamptonshire Police has released a statement confirming that a serious incident took place at around 3.45pm on Wednesday February 18.
A statement from the force confirms two people have been stabbed. Air ambulances were seen in the area, as well as a large number of police vehicles and ambulances.
A cordon is in place and police have confirmed the park will remain closed “until further notice”.
A Northamptonshire Police spokeswoman said: “At about 3.45pm, the force received reports that two people had been stabbed following an altercation at the Briar Hill Skate Park.
“A police cordon is in place as the investigation gets underway and the park will remain closed to the public until further notice. Several roads are also affected by the incident and members of public are being urged to avoid the area, where possible.
“An increased police presence, including high-visibility patrols, will be carried out in the area while the investigation takes place to offer reassurance and support to the community. Anyone who has any concerns is encouraged to speak to an officer.
“This is a fast-moving investigation, and more details will be released once we are able to do so, however witnesses or anyone who has relevant information, including CCTV, doorbell or mobile phone footage, is asked to contact the force as a matter of urgency.”
Witnesses or anyone with information are asked to contact Northamptonshire Police on 101 or alternatively call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111, quoting incident number: 26000098206.
Information can also be submitted online at www.northants.police.uk/RO and Giving information | Crimestoppers.