EditorTENBY: Four teens stabbed at railway station as two arrested and line closed
Dyfed-Powys Police say they were called to the station at approximately 9.50pm on Tuesday 7 April following reports of a large-scale disturbance.
Officers say that during the incident, an individual was found to be in possession of a knife, resulting in four teens sustaining stab wounds. All four injuries are currently assessed as non-life-threatening, and police say those affected are receiving medical treatment.
A 16-year-old and a 19-year-old man have been arrested on suspicion of Section 18 assault — the more serious category of wounding offence. Both remain in police custody as an investigation continues.
Social media video filmed at the station and widely circulated overnight showed large numbers of young people involved in disorder on the platform. At least one teen could be heard in the footage saying he had been stabbed.
Officers attended the scene promptly and police say the incident has since been brought under control. The scene is described as secure.
An increased police presence has been put in place in the Tenby area to provide reassurance to residents and visitors.
The railway line between Carmarthen and Pembroke Dock has been closed as a result of the incident and is expected to remain shut until approximately 1pm today, Wednesday 8 April. Passengers on that route are being asked to check for service updates before travelling.
The scale of the emergency response was significant, with reports of multiple ambulances and a large number of police vehicles at the scene.
Tenby is a popular tourist destination on the Pembrokeshire coast. The incident — occurring during the Easter holiday period — is likely to cause significant concern among residents and visitors to the area.
In a statement issued shortly after midnight, Dyfed-Powys Police said:
“Dyfed-Powys Police were called to reports of serious disorder involving a group of youths at Tenby train station at approx. 9.50pm this evening.
“During the incident, an individual was in possession of a knife, which resulted in four youths sustaining stab wounds. All injuries are currently assessed as non-life threatening, and those affected are receiving appropriate medical treatment.
“Officers attended the scene promptly, and a 16-year-old youth and a 19-year-old man have been arrested on suspicion of Section 18 assault. They are in police custody and an investigation is underway.
“The incident has been brought under control and the scene is secure.
“We understand an incident of this nature will cause concern, and there will be an increased police presence in the area to provide reassurance.”
Anyone who witnessed the incident or has information that could assist the investigation is asked to contact British Transport Police online at orlo.uk/sJk9e, by calling 0800 40 50 40, or to contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
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