Teen Battles for Life After Brutal Folkestone Stabbing
A teenager remains in a critical condition after a savage stabbing in Folkestone, Kent, on Tuesday evening. The attack has left the young victim fighting for his life.
Massive Crime Scene and Air Ambulance Rescue
The horrifying incident took place around 7.30pm near the bus station on Middleberg Square. Emergency services scrambled armed Kent Police officers, paramedics, and the Kent Sussex Surrey air ambulance.
The seriously injured teen was airlifted to a major trauma centre in London, with medics working desperately at the scene. Witnesses described a chaotic scene as paramedics fought to save his life.
Four Teens Arrested As Police Hunt Stabbing Weapon
Kent Police confirmed two males suffered stab wounds and were rushed to hospital. So far, four teenagers have been arrested following the attack. Armed officers remain on site as investigations continue.
Police have also deployed search dogs in a bid to recover the weapon used in the attack, with a large crime scene still in place in Middleberg Square.
“Officers were called at around 8pm following reports of a disturbance. Two males were treated for stab injuries and taken to hospital. We have arrested two further males and enquiries are ongoing.” — Kent Police spokesman