Man arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after stabbing in Milton Keynes

A man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a stabbing in Milton Keynes on Saturday night and police have issued a statement.

Thames Valley Police has confirmed that two stabbings took place, causing serious injuries, and both men have survived.

A police spokesman said: "This incident happened on Saturday evening at about 9.20pm in High Street, Newport Pagnell. We received reports that a man aged in his 60s had sustained stab wounds and suffered serious but not life threatening injuries.

"Officers attended the scene, where a 21-year-old man was detained.

"He had also sustained serious injuries and was taken to hospital for treatment. He has since been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder."

The spokesman added: "We are continuing to investigate the incident."

Part of Tickford Street, where the second stabbing took place, remained closed and taped off by police throughout yesterday (Sunday).