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Teenager stabbed in Cranbrook

Ambulance Incident Response Unit at Morrisons Cranbrook after a teenager was stabbed (courtesy: Radio Exe)

Two males arrested on suspicion of attempted murder

A 17-year-old male is in hospital with serious injuries after he was stabbed in Cranbrook.

Emergency services were called to the Morrisons supermarket in the town at around 9.10pm on Monday 1 September.

His injuries aren't throught to be life threatening.

Two males, aged 15 and 17 from Cranbrook, have been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and remain in police custody.

The scene guard in Cranbrook (courtesy: Josh Richards)

The scene guard in Cranbrook (courtesy: Josh Richards)

A scene guard remained in place on Tuesday whilst investigations are carried out

Detective Inspector Neil Lloyd said: We understand that whilst crimes of this nature are rare, there will be a concern in the local community. There will be an increased police presence in the area today while we collect evidence and speak to witnesses.

“We are not looking for anyone else in relation to the incident at this time.

“If you have any concerns or saw something please speak to the officers or call us on 101.

“We would also urge anyone who lives locally to check CCTV footage and dashcams that may have captured relevant footage.”

Anyone information is asked to contact police on 101 quoting 50250227646.

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