Scene in place at Derby bus station following serious assault

A scene is currently in place at Derby bus station following an assault earlier this afternoon.

We were called just after 3.15pm (on Saturday 18 December) to report that a teenage boy had been stabbed outside the bus station, in Riverlights, Morledge following a fight between a group of youths.

The boy was taken to hospital by ambulance and his injuries have been described as not life threatening or changing.

Officers remain in the area making enquiries and will likely do so for some time.

We are keen to hear from anyone who witnessed the incident, or who may have any information which will assist with our investigation into the circumstances.

If you can help, please contact us quoting reference 711 of 18 December.

• Facebook – send us a private message to /DerbyshireConstabulary
• Twitter – direct message our contact centre on @DerPolContact
• Website – complete the online contact form https://www.derbyshire.police.uk/contact/af/contact-us/
• Phone – call us on 101.

You can also call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.