Police have arrested a13-year-old boy on suspicion of attempted murder after stabbing a girl, also 13.
Gatekeepers News reports that South Yorkshire Police were called to Hillsborough Park in Sheffield, South Yorkshire following the report of the stabbing of a 13-year-old girl.
The Police confirmed that the victim was stabbed in her abdomen and taken to hospital, where she is in a stable condition.
A 13-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder, and is currently in police custody.
Detective superintendent Nikki Leach said: ‘We know that this incident will have caused deep concern amongst the local community and beyond.
“We have arrested a 13-year-old boy in connection with the incident and our enquiries are continuing to establish the full circumstances of what led to the victim being stabbed.
“We believe the victim and suspect to be known to each other and we are satisfied that there is no wider risk to the public.
“Officers remain at the scene and are carrying out additional patrols to provide you with reassurance.
“If you see our officers, please do speak to them – they are there to help and support you.”
