21 May 2024 , 21:20
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A woman was rushed to hospital with serious injuries after being stabbed - with a nearby school put on lockdown.
Police confirmed a man has been arrested following the incident outside Beech Hill Primary School in Luton around 8.30am today.
A school spokesperson said the lockdown was a "precautionary measure to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children and staff".
Photos show a police van and forensics tent at the scene, which was cordoned off as specialist officers gathered evidence.
A force spokesperson said: "Bedfordshire Police is investigating the stabbing of a woman near a school in Dunstable Road, Luton shortly after 8.30am this morning (Tuesday).
"The victim has been taken to hospital with serious injuries. One man has been arrested and is currently in police custody.
"All children are safe within the school and there is no wider threat to the public.
"Police will maintain a strong presence in the area for reassurance.
"Anyone with any information about the incident is urged to contact police on 101 quoting the reference 84.
A school spokesperson said: “Bedfordshire Police is investigating the stabbing of a woman near the school in Dunstable Road.
"Following the incident, the school was on lockdown for approximately one hour, purely as a precautionary measure to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children and staff.
"Parents have been advised of the incident and emotional support is available to all children and staff who may require it.”