A TEENAGE boy has been rushed to hospital after being stabbed in the chest in a Primark.
The 17–year-old was attacked in “full view” of shoppers at the store in Nottingham city centre this morning.
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Cops believe there was an altercation outside the Long Row shop between a group of youths prior to the incident at around 11.30am on Sunday.
A suspect then fled towards Old Market Square.
The victim was treated at the scene by paramedics and was taken to hospital with serious injuries.
Detectives are now urging witnesses to come forward with any information they may have.
“This was an appalling act of violence carried out in full view of members of the public,” said Detective Inspector Paul Shortt.
“A team of detectives is now working to understand exactly what happened in the moments before, during and after this incident.
“To this end they want to hear from anyone who saw or heard any part of what happened. No matter how significant you think your information may be, we want to hear from you without delay.”
Primark remains closed on Sunday afternoon as police continue to investigate.
The entrances off Long Row and Clumber Street are both taped off.
Anyone with information about this incident should call 101 quoting incident 241 of 23 February 2025. Information can also be passed in confidence to Crimestoppers.
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