Horsforth: Boy, 15, in critical condition after stabbing near school

The attack is thought to have taken place in the Town Street area of Horsforth.

A 15-year-old boy is in a critical condition in hospital after an attack near a school in Leeds.

Police were called to the Town Street area of Horsforth at around 3pm on Tuesday, 7 November, to reports a teenager had been stabbed.

He was taken to hospital with critical injuries.

A teenage male has been arrested in connection with the incident.

In a statement to parents, the headteacher of Horsforth School said that the 15-year-old boy was a former student and was stabbed on St. Margaret's Avenue.

Headteacher Dr Paul Bell added: "Our thoughts and sympathies lie with his family at this time while the student is receiving medical treatment."

West Yorkshire Police said a cordon remains in place and enquiries are ongoing.

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