A 17‑year‑old girl was stabbed in the neck during a daylight attack on Wood Street, Brierfield, on Friday afternoon, June 12. A 30‑year‑old man was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder, and the victim is in hospital with non‑life‑threatening injuries.

Arrest of 30‑Year‑Old Suspect on Wood Street

According to the report, Lancashire Police officers arrived shortly after 3pm and found the teenage victim with a stab wound to the back of her neck. The armed officers arrested a 30‑year‑old male suspect at the scene,who is now held in custody on suspicion of attempted murder.

Hospital Treatment and Condition of the Victim

The source says the victim was rushed to a hospital where she is receiving treatment.. Authorities confirmed that her condition is not life‑threatening or life‑changing, but the injuries remain serious.

Police Response and Community Reassurance

Following the attack, police increased patrols in the area to reassure the local community... A spokesperson for Lancashire Police urged anyone with information to call 101 and quote log number 0836 from the 12th of June.

Investigation Still Active, Details Unclear

Detectives are still working to establish the full circumstances leading up to the assault, according to the source. the investigation remains active, with no further details released at this time.