Teen stabbed by group of 'eight to ten' boys on bikes and e-scooters in Bristol attack

The teenager was attacked in the St Judes area of Bristol. Credit: BPM Media

A teenager has been stabbed in a "violent" attack by a group of boys in Bristol.

The victim told police he was attacked at around 7.50pm on on Saturday 30 September by a group of between eight and ten boys.

It happened outside John Cozens House in St Jude's and the boy sought refuge at a friend's home in the block of flats.

The 16-year-old victim remains in hospital but his injuries are not believed to be life-threatening.

A spokesperson from Avon and Somerset Police said: "Initial enquiries suggest that the offenders arrived and left with some using two bicycles and an e-scooter. They all wore dark clothing and some had their faces covered.  

"The offenders are believed to have arrived along Wade Street and Lamb Street, then fled the scene via Wade Street and Wellington Road after the attack."

Sergeant Brett Worthington said: "This is a worrying incident and we're listening to the community. We have targeted patrols in place and some positive lines of enquiry to follow up.

"If you have any concerns do please tell us in the neighbourhood team so we can make sure we're patrolling the right places at the right times."

The boy was able to seek refuge in a friend's home following the attack. Credit: BPM Media

Avon and Somerset Police are calling for any witnesses in the area of the John Cozens House between 7.30pm and 8.30pm on Saturday 30 September to come forward.

If you have any footage or information which could help the investigation, call 101 and give the reference 5223238803.

Alternatively contact the independent charity Crimestoppers 100 per cent anonymously by calling 0800 555 111, or online at https://crimestoppers-uk.org/ give-information.