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Teenager stabbed on Troopers Hill

By Ellie Pipe  Thursday Apr 8, 2021

Police tape remained around a patch of Troopers Hill on Thursday morning after a 16-year-old boy was stabbed in the leg.

Officers have arrested two teenagers on suspicion of GBH following the assault that happened at around 9.30pm on Wednesday night.

The victim was taken to Southmead Hospital where police say he is receiving treatment for a stab wound to the leg.

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Two teenagers have been arrested on suspicion of GBH after a 16-year-old was stabbed in the leg on Troopers Hill on Wednesday. Photo by Ellie Pipe

A force spokesperson said: “We’re investigating after a 16-year-old boy was assaulted in a park off Troopers Hill, St George last night.

“The incident happened at approximately 9.30pm.

“The victim was taken to Southmead Hospital where he continues to receive treatment for a stab wound to the leg.

“Two boys, aged 14 and 16, have been arrested on suspicion of GBH and remain in police custody.

“We believe this to be an isolated incident involving people known to each other, however neighbourhood officers have increased patrols in the area to provide reassurance.

“A cordon is in place and enquiries are ongoing.”

Main photo by Ellie Pipe

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