Teen stabbed in Brierfield

A man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a teenage girl was stabbed near Nelson.

Lancashire Police say the 17-year-old was attacked in Wood Street, Brierfield, yesterday afternoon.

She remains in hospital, but her injuries are not thought to be life-threatening.

Officers are appealing for witnesses, or anyone with CCTV or doorbell footage, to come forward.

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