Teenager arrested on suspicion of attempted murder in Gateshead
Officers have launched an investigation after a man sustained serious injuries in Gateshead.
Shortly after 3.45pm on Saturday, we received a report of concern for the man on Morris Street in the Teams area.
Emergency services attended the scene and the 19-year-old man was taken to hospital where he remains in a serious but stable condition.
It is understood that a group of people had been fighting on nearby Derwentwater Road when the man sustained the injuries consistent with having been caused by a bladed article.
An investigation was swiftly launched and a woman, aged 18, has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder.
She currently remains in police custody.
Enquiries remain ongoing and those involved in the incident are believed to be known to each other.
Officers remain in the area to carry out enquiries and offer reassurance to the public.
Anyone with information is asked to get in touch by sending us a direct message on social media, or using live chat and report forms on our website.
Those unable to make contact in these ways can call 101.
Please quote reference number: NP-20250308-0625.