Teenager hospitalised after being stabbed multiple times near Spar store in Leyland

Police were called to reports of a robbery in Leyland Lane at around 11.20am on Tuesday (November 8).

A teenager was found with multiple stab wounds to his arm when officers arrived.

He was subsequently taken to hospital for treatment.

Police said his injuries were not believed to be life-threatening.

“Enquiries are ongoing,” a spokesman for Lancashire Police added.

The incident reportedly occurred behind the Spar store, with residents reporting a large number of police vehicles in the area.

Onlookers quickly took to social media to ask what was happening.

“What’s happened at the Spar at Leyland Lane,” one person asked.

One resident answered: “Just been. Police everywhere.”

Another added: “Police were everywhere and an ambulance and serious crime tape across the ginnel.”

Reporting a crime

If you witness a crime you have a vital role to play in bringing the criminals to justice.

You may well be feeling upset and have doubts about reporting what you have seen.

There is no legal obligation to contact the police, but the information you give them could bring a criminal to justice.

Reporting the crime to the police could prevent further crimes being committed and protect others from becoming victims.

In an emergency you should phone 999 and ask for the police.

In non- emergency situations you should contact your local police station by phone or go to the nearest police station with a front desk.

The police take all crime seriously; you can expect them to listen to you, treat you with respect and take a statement.

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