Man rushed to hospital after being 'stabbed' in Darwen

Police were called to reports of a stabbing in Church Street, Darwen <i>(Image: Facebook)</i>
Police were called to reports of a stabbing in Church Street, Darwen (Image: Facebook)
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An investigation has been launched after a man was "stabbed" in Darwen, police have said.

Officers patrolling in Darwen town centre in the early hours of this morning (September 20) were made aware of an assault in Church Street.

The victim, a man in his 20s, was given first aid and was taken to hospital, where he remains in a stable condition.

Police said an investigation is underway and enquiries are ongoing.

Anyone with information should call police on 101 quoting log 0220 of September 20.

You can also contact independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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