The large fight involved more than 20 youths, according to reports
At least four people have sustained injuries during a mass stabbing incident near a major railway station, with police confirming the arrest of a young person.
Emergency services rushed to Silver Spring Metro station, close to Washington DC, following reports of a large-scale altercation, according to Pete Piringer, chief spokesperson for Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service, reports the Mirror..
Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) confirmed their officers were dispatched to the location at approximately 6pm local time.
Upon arrival, police discovered several young people with stab wounds. Paramedics treated three individuals at the scene before transporting them to hospital for further care.
A fourth person received medical attention from paramedics but refused hospital transport.
In a press statement, a police spokesperson revealed that officers attended what was described as “a large fight” outside the station.
The spokesperson explained: “MCPD responded to a report of an assault in progress involving more than 20 juveniles,” adding that “Three juvenile victims were stabbed and transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. A fourth victim was injured but not stabbed during the assault and refused medical transport.”
They continued: “A juvenile suspect was arrested and charged. The investigation remains active and ongoing.”
Metro Transit Police emphasised that the incident occurred beyond their premises and had no effect on rail operations.
An investigation into the large-scale fight and stabbing continues.