FIVE teenagers have been arrested after a man was stabbed in the middle of a Southampton street.

The boys, aged between 16 and 17, were arrested today, following the incident, which took place in Barnfield Close, Southampton, at around 9pm on Monday (October 15).

All five, three aged sixteen and two aged seventeen, have all been arrested on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm.

Police say the victim remains in hospital in a serious condition.

Officers have been carrying out enquiries as part of the investigation, including searches and warrants, while officers from the Neighbourhood Policing Team are also patrolling the area.

Acting Superintendent Phil Lamb said: “Tackling violent crime is a priority for us and we are committed to carrying out thorough investigations into these types of offences.

“We continue to work with our communities, in schools and colleges, educating people to the dangers of knife crime. We’re working hard with partner agencies to protect people now, and in the future.

“We will take robust action against anyone found to be illegally in possession of a knife or bladed article in this city.”

The five teenagers remain in custody at this time.

If you have any information that could help, please call 101 and quote 44180388681.

Alternatively, you can call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111, where information can be left anonymously.