Two men were taken to hospital following a stabbing incident outside Blundell Park, the home stadium of Grimsby Town FC, in Cleethorpes on Thursday morning. Humberside Police have confirmed that one of the victims, a 26-year-old man, sustained life-threatening injuries, while a 39-year-old man was treated for serious injuries.
Incident Details
Police were called to Grimsby Road near the football ground at approximately 8:45 AM after reports of an altercation between two men that escalated into a stabbing. Officers are currently in attendance, and road closures remain in place as investigations continue.
Victims and Injuries
Both men involved in the altercation were transported to hospital. The 26-year-old is being treated for injuries believed to be life-threatening, while the 39-year-old sustained serious but non-life-threatening injuries, according to a Humberside Police spokesperson.
Police Statement
A spokesperson for Humberside Police said: "At approximately 8.45am officers were called to attend outside Blundell Park after we received a report of an altercation between two men, before a man was reportedly stabbed. Both men involved in the altercation were taken to hospital, with one of the men, 26-years-old, being treated for injuries which are thought to be life threatening at this time. A 39-year-old man was also taken to hospital for treatment to serious injuries."
Ongoing Investigation
This is a breaking news story, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available. Authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward.
