Police appeal for information after Sheffield teens stabbed in Derbyshire

The police said the three boys two aged 15 and another aged 14, were assaulted near the Miner’s Welfare in Main Road, Renishaw at around 7pm.

The two 15-year-olds received stab wounds, while the 14-year-old was hit to the head.

Thankfully, none of the injuries to the boys, who are all from the Sheffield area, are believed to be life-threatening.

They boys were subsequently taken to Sheffield Children’s Hospital where they are recovering.

In a statement, the police said: “Extra community reassurance patrols are taking place in Renishaw and the local community are likely to see an increased police presence in the area.

“Officers are keen to speak to anyone who was in the area at the time and may be able to help detectives with their investigation.

“Of particular interest are any drivers who were in the area at the time and may have dashcam footage, as well as anyone with CCTV in the area that may have captured the incident."

The police said those with any information are asked to contact the Derbyshire police, quoting reference 21*079881.

They can either contact them on Facebook by sending them a private message to /DerbyshireConstabulary, a direct message on their Twitter account @DerPolContact, completing the online contact for www.derbyshire.police.uk/Contact-Us or call 101.

Alternatively, they can also anonymously contact the independent charity Crimestoppers, on 0800 555 111 or by visiting www.crimestoppers-uk.org.

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