Girl stabbed in street attack released from hospital

A girl who was stabbed in the neck as she walked down the street has been released from hospital.

The 17-year-old was attacked as she walked along Wood Street in Brierfield, Lancashire, at about 15:00 BST on Friday.

A 30-year-old, described by Lancashire Police as a British man of Pakistani heritage, was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder of the teenager, who the BBC understands is also of Pakistani heritage.

"This was a very serious incident but thankfully the girl's injuries were not life-threatening," a police spokesman said.

"After receiving treatment and care, she has been discharged from hospital and is recovering at home with the support of her family."

They said a "dedicated team of detectives were leading the investigation" and there were "no further outstanding suspects".

Anyone with information should contact police on 101, the spokesperson added.

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