Three teenagers have been arrested in connection with a stabbing in Stevenage yesterday afternoon.

A 14-year-old boy was allegedly stabbed in the Almonds Lane area, and police were called to the scene at 3.44pm.

He was taken to the town’s Lister Hospital for treatment. Police said his injuries are not life-threatening or life-changing.

Police then carried out a search of the Old Town area.

Three boys – two 14-year-olds and a 13-year-old, all from Stevenage – were arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm, and remain in police custody at this time.