Two arrested after McDonald's stabbing

Police cordon on Millstone Lane
Traffic was diverted away from the Millstone Lane area because of a road closure [BBC]

Two men have been arrested after a stabbing in a Leicester McDonald's.

Police were called to reports of an altercation shortly after 05:00 BST on Tuesday at the fast food restaurant in Market Street.

A man was taken to hospital with an injury to his head, which is not thought to be life-threatening.

Leicestershire Police said two men - aged 33 and 37 - have been arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm.

Police officers in Millstone Lane
Police said a cordon will remain in place while investigations continue [BBC]

The force said a cordon will remain in place while inquiries continue.

Detectives said they are reviewing CCTV from McDonald's, Market Street, Millstone Lane, and surrounding area.

Det Con Beth McGuiness, said: “We are also keen to hear from any taxi drivers who were in the area of Millstone Lane around the time of 05:00, as they may have captured dashcam footage that could assist us with our inquiries.”

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