Police are appealing for witnesses to a stabbing in Milton Keynes in the Bradville area of the city.

The appeal relates to an incident that happened around 4.25pm yesterday (28/8), when officers from Thames Valley Police were called to altercation between four men in Crispin Road, Bradville, and that one of the men had been stabbed.

Police officers attended the scene and started first aid before handing over to paramedics.

The victim, a man in his twenties, was taken to hospital with serious injuries, where he remains in a stable condition.

Two men, aged 25 and 33, both from Milton Keynes, have been arrested on suspicion of Section 18 wounding with intent and remain in police custody.

Detective Sergeant Samuel Summers, based at Milton Keynes police station, said, “I understand this incident will be concerning for people but we believe this to be an isolated incident with no threat to the wider public.

“People will see an increased police presence in the Bradville area due to the scene, our investigation and extra patrols. Please speak to a uniformed officer if you have any concerns.

“Anybody with any information that may assist us is urged to contact Thames Valley Police, either online or by calling 101, quoting reference 43250440747.

“If you don’t want to speak directly with police, you can also call the independent charity Crimestoppers 100% anonymously on 0800 555 111.

“Our officers and staff are working tirelessly with partners, including our communities, to tackle serious violence and knife crime.”