TWO teenagers have been arrested after a man was stabbed.

Police were called to an address in Benbrook Grove, Wilmslow shortly before 1am this morning, Tuesday, following reports of an injured man.

Officers found a 25-year-old man with a stab wound in his chest.

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The victim was taken to hospital while officers, with the help of Alliance police dogs, searched the area.

Two teenage men, aged 17 and 18, were found nearby and arrested on suspicion of section 18 assault.

Enquiries are continuing and the pair remain in custody at this time.

DI John O’Driscoll said: “I understand the community will be concerned about this incident, and I would like to reassure resident that this is an isolated incident, and we have two suspects under arrest.

“We have increased patrols to in the area and I urge anyone with any concerns to speak to an officer.

“Anyone who has any information but has not yet spoken to police should contact us so that we can progress with our enquiries.”

Anyone with information should contact Cheshire Police on 101 or via the website quoting IML 1463051.

Alternatively information can be given anonymously by contacting Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.