Leyland Stabbing: Boy, 15, injured at McDonald’s, Police investigating

Stabbing in Leyland: Law enforcement in Leyland, UK, is investigating a stabbing incident at a local McDonald’s, emphasizing the targeted nature of the assault on a 15-year-old victim. Although causing alarm, the victim’s injuries were not life-threatening, with immediate medical assistance provided.

Police presence has increased to reassure the community, prompting solidarity among residents for heightened safety measures. The ongoing investigation aims to uncover the motive and individuals involved, emphasizing the need for community support, especially for the well-being of young people.

A stabbing incident in Leyland has resulted in the charging of a teenager with attempted murder. On Friday (April 21) at 7.38 p.m., authorities responded to reports of a man being stabbed on Leyland Lane. Emergency services arrived at the scene and discovered a man in his 20s with injuries to his head and body.

The injured man was subsequently taken to the hospital, where he received treatment for injuries that have significantly altered his life. After consulting with the Crown Prosecution Service, a 16-year-old boy from Bootle, whose identity is being withheld for legal reasons, has been formally charged with attempted murder.

He has been detained and is scheduled to appear before Preston Magistrates Court tomorrow morning. Additionally, an 18-year-old man from Leyland, who was also arrested on suspicion of attempted murder, has been released on bail pending further investigations.

The authorities continue to urge any witnesses who may have observed anything unusual or possess mobile phone, CCTV, or dashcam footage that could aid in the investigation to come forward.

A 15-year-old boy has been stabbed in an alleyway in Leyland, in what police have called a "targeted assault". His injuries aren't life-threatening but patrols have been stepped up, after officers were called to Churchill Way this afternoon. pic.twitter.com/BIzezEGlX4

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Of particular interest to the police are details from individuals who were in the vicinity of The Spar in Leyland Lane and the Broadfield Drive area of Leyland between 7 p.m. and 8.30 p.m. Call 101, quoting log 1321 of April 21, 2023.

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