Blackpool Road remains closed after two boys stabbed near Moor Park

The scene near Moor Park. Credit: Blog Preston

A key road in Preston remains closed this morning following a double stabbing that took place near Moor Park.

Police were called to reports of a serious assault at Blackpool Road at around 4pm yesterday (31 March).

Officers found to 15-year-old boys with stab wounds. One of the boys is in hospital in a serious, but stable, condition. The other’s injuries are not thought to be serious.

An investigation is underway and, as of 6.50am this morning (1 April), the road remains closed to traffic between Garstang Road and Sir Tom Finney Way.

DCI Sean Kelly-Martland, of South CID said: “This assault has left a teenager very poorly, and our thoughts are with him as he receives treatment.

“Our investigation is very much in the early stages, but we have a dedicated team of officers conducting enquiries to locate and arrest those responsible.

“I know that this may be concerning to hear about, but I want to reassure you that you will see an increase in our officers presence in the area. If you have any concerns, or information, please do approach them as they carry out their duties.

“If you see any footage of the assault circulating on social media, please remember that there are real people who are affected by this incident. I ask that you refrain from sharing it, and speculating online, and please report it through the appropriate channels.

“I want to make a direct appeal to anyone who may be able to assist our enquiries. We are particularly interested in seeing any dashcam or CCTV footage of Blackpool Road, and Moor Park Avenue, both near to Moor Park, between 3:30pm and 4:15pm today (31^st March).

“If you saw anything suspicious, or have any information, no matter how insignificant you may think it to be, please do the responsible thing, and get in touch with us.”

You can contact police on 101 quoting log 1001 of 31 March.

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