Swindon Police have confirmed they have arrested two teenagers in connection with a stabbing that occurred on Monday evening.
During the attack, a 13-year-old boy sustained knife wounds following an assault on a cycle path between Westmead Industrial Estate and Shaw Forest Park, just before 6 pm. A 16-year-old boy also suffered facial injuries after being hit.
Both teenagers received medical attention at a hospital and have been discharged, but the incident has raised significant concern among the local community as it is yet another incident of knife crime in Swindon.
One teenage boy has been arrested on suspicion of Actual Bodily Harm (ABH) and Grievous Bodily Harm (GBH) with intent. Additionally, another teenage boy has been arrested on suspicion of GBH with intent. Both remain in custody for further questioning.
Police continue to appeal for witnesses to come forward and provide any information related to the incident. If you have any knowledge or observed anything that could be of help to the investigation, please reach out to Police at 101, quoting log number 220 of July 24.
Alternatively, if you wish to share any information anonymously, you can contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
