April 27, 2020 10.24 am This story is over 62 months old

Two arrested after teen stabbed in Grantham robbery

Police are appealing for witnesses

| Photo: Steve Smailes for The Lincolnite

Two 16-year-old males were arrested by police after a teenager was stabbed during an alleged serious assault and robbery in Grantham.

Lincolnshire Police were called to the Thames Road junction with Goodliffe Road after a report of disorder between 8.30pm and 9pm on Friday, April 24.

Officers found a 16-year-old male with a stab wound, who was taken to hospital for treatment. His injuries are not thought to be life threatening, police said.

Investigating officers believe a knife was used in the assault and the search for this weapon is still ongoing.

Two 16-year-old males from Grantham were arrested on suspicion of GBH and robbery. They were taken to police custody for questioning before later being released on police bail.

Police are appealing for witnesses and would like to hear from anyone who may have been in the area at the time.

The force would also like to hear from passing motorists with dashcams and anyone with information should contact police on 101 or via email at [email protected] quoting incident 497 of April 24.

Alternatively, it can also be reported through the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online here.