Police appeal after affray involving teenagers in Newport Pagnell area of MK

Police are appealing for witnesses to an assault and affray involving around dozens of youths in Newport Pagnell.

A large altercation was reported on Newport Pagnell High Street outside St Peter and St Paul’s Church at around 9:15pm on Wednesday 8 April.

Thames Valley Police reported that a teenage boy suffered deep cuts to his arms and legs that required hospital treatment, but he has since been discharged.

A 15-year-old boy from Milton Keynes was arrested on suspicion of inflicting grievous bodily harm with intent and possessing a knife blade/sharp pointed article in public. He has been released on police bail until 2 July.

Another 15-year-old boy from Milton Keynes was arrested on suspicion of inflicting grievous bodily harm with intent. He has been released on police bail until 1 July.

Investigating officer Detective Constable Jessica Cooper said, “I am appealing for any witnesses to this large affray, that left a teenager with serious injuries, to please come forward to support our investigation.

“While I appreciate this happened two weeks ago, I believe any witnesses would remember what happened and there are many we are yet to speak to as the area was busy at the time.

“We have made two arrests but anyone with information or footage from dash-cams or CCTV should still contact us, quoting reference number 43260170805.”

Alternatively, people can provide information anonymously to independent charity Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555 111 or via its website.