Police received reports that between 8pm and 9.15pm, the boy was assaulted in Hinkler Green...

Published: 9:29 am July 18, 2023
Updated: 8:08 am October 8, 2025
Officers investigating the serious assault of a 17-year-old boy in Thornhill have now made an arrest, as police remain in the area conducting enquiries – UKNIP

Police received reports that between 8pm and 9.15pm, the boy was assaulted in Hinkler Green and suffered a non-life threatening wound to his leg, suspected to have been caused by a knife.

Police have now arrested a 16-year-old boy from Southampton on suspicion of Section 18 grievous bodily harm with intent. He remains in custody at the current time.

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