Police are appealing for witnesses to come forward after a man was found injured in Staple Hill last night.
They were called at approximately 10.10pm to the High Street. Officers and paramedics found a man in his 20s who had sustained a stab wound.
He was taken to hospital where he remains. His injuries are not believed to be life-threatening.
An 18-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of affray and is in police custody. Inquiries are ongoing and police remain at the scene this morning.
Police ask anyone with information about what happened to contact them on 101 giving reference number 5221099787. Alternatively call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
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