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Teenager arrested after stabbing incident in city

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Police attended Bton Road in St Pauls following reports of a stabbing

A teenage boy has been arrested following an assault in St Pauls, Bristol, on Thursday afternoon.

The emergency services were called to Bton Road and Ashley Road just before 16:00 GMT, following reports of a suspected stabbing.

The teenager was arrested on suspicion of wounding with intent and remains in police custody.

The victim, also a teenager, was taken to hospital, although their injuries are not believed to be life-threatening.

Enquiries are ongoing at the scene, with the police asking witnesses to come forward.

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