Overview
- Police were called shortly before 7pm on Monday, June 22 to reports of a stabbing on Fishmoor Drive in Blackburn and officers attended the scene.
- An 11-year-old boy was taken to hospital with a single puncture wound to the back that police say is not as serious as first feared and is not life-threatening.
- A second 11-year-old boy was arrested on suspicion of assault and has since been bailed pending further enquiries by Lancashire Police.
- Lancashire Police and local media say emergency services, including an air ambulance, attended and the force is asking anyone with information to call 101 and quote log 1378 of June 22.
- No names or identifying details have been released; the case highlights concerns about violence involving children and the investigation may lead to further police action or charges as inquiries progress.