Men stabbed after altercation outside city bar

Two men have been stabbed following an altercation between two groups outside a bar in Nottingham city centre.

Nottinghamshire Police said it was called to St James's Street at 02:36 BST on Sunday.

The altercation began outside Fusion Sports Bar and continued on the street towards The Roebuck Inn, the force added.

Three men, 20, 21 and 22, were arrested on suspicion of affray and remain in police custody. Paramedics also attended, and two men, 22 and 27, were taken to hospital.

The 22-year-old man sustained serious injuries and remains in hospital, police said, while the 27-year-old man has been treated for injuries not believed to be as serious.

The 27-year-old was also arrested on suspicion of affray, the force added.

Detectives are investigating and have urged any potential witnesses to get in touch.

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