Full Breakdown
11-Year-Old Stabbed in Blackburn: Police Arrest Peer, Investigation Ongoing
6/23/2026, 10:08:48 PM
Incident Overview
On Monday, 22 June 2024, shortly before 7 p.m., Lancashire Police were alerted to a stabbing in Fishmoor Drive, Blackburn, Lancashire. An 11-year-old boy suffered a puncture wound to his back and was air-lifted to hospital, where doctors confirmed the injury was not life-threatening. A second 11-year-old male was detained on suspicion of assault and later released on bail.
Timeline
~6:55 p.m., 22 June – Call received; officers dispatched.
~7:00 p.m. – Emergency crews, including an air ambulance, arrive.
Minutes later – Victim transported to hospital.
Evening – Police arrest a second 11-year-old on suspicion of assault.
Next day – Suspect bailed; police issue public appeal (log 1378).
Key Figures & Agencies
- Lancashire Police (also referred to as Lancashire Constabulary) – lead investigators.
- Air ambulance crew – provided rapid medical evacuation.
- Victim – unnamed 11-year-old boy.
- Suspect – unnamed 11-year-old boy arrested on suspicion of assault.
Data & Statistics
Both the victim and suspect are 11 years old. The injury was a single puncture wound to the back, classified as non-life-threatening. One suspect was detained and later bailed. An air ambulance and standard ambulance responded.
Official Statements & Responses
Police confirmed the call timing and that the wound was less severe than first feared. They emphasized the case remains under active investigation, urged anyone with information to call 101 referencing log 1378, and noted a visible police presence in the area.
Why It Matters
The incident raises concerns about youth violence in Blackburn and demonstrates the swift coordination of emergency and police services. Public appeals aim to reassure residents and discourage similar attacks. The police’s rapid response and outreach aim to reassure residents and discourage similar attacks.
Verbatim Quotes
- “We were called at shortly before 7pm yesterday (Monday, June 22nd) following a report of a stabbing in the Fishmoor Drive area of Blackburn.” — Lancashire Police spokesperson
- “Officers attended and the victim, a boy aged 11, was taken to hospital suffering a from a single puncture wound to the back.” — Lancashire Police spokesperson
- “Thankfully, his injury is not as serious as first thought and is not life threatening.” — Lancashire Police spokesperson
- “A second 11-year-old boy was arrested on suspicion of assault and has been bailed pending further enquiries.” — Lancashire Police spokesperson
Conflicting Reports & Gaps
The available reports are consistent; no discrepancies were identified regarding the time, location, ages, or nature of the injury. Details about the motive or relationship between the youths were not provided.
What's Next
Police will keep a heightened presence on Fishmoor Drive while forensic teams examine the scene. Updates will be issued as new information emerges, and leads will be processed through the 101 hotline.
