Six people have been arrested in connection with a triple stabbing in Swindon town centre on Sunday.

Police rushed to the Manchester Road area just after 2pm after receiving a report of an "ongoing disorder".

Three people received "minor" stab wounds, Wiltshire Police confirmed.

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Now, the force has confirmed that a total of six people have been arrested on suspicion of violent disorder as detectives launch a probe.

They are aged between 23 and 47.

On Sunday, a man was arrested on suspicion of GBH at the scene and was taken to custody at Gablecross police station.

Meanwhile, the town centre's top police officer, Inspector David Tippetts, has acknowledged the incident "will have caused concern and upset amongst the local community".

"We are doing all we can to ease any tensions following this disorder," the neighbourhood inspector for Swindon Central South said.

"The incident is currently being investigated by detectives from CID, and local neighbourhood officers will be conducting regular patrols in the area over the coming days, liaising with local residents, shopkeepers and business owners to understand any ongoing concerns.”

Wiltshire Police previously said it was a targeted attack, and have appealed for witnesses or anyone who may have dashcam footage to get in touch.

Call 101 and quote crime reference number 54220119915. Alternatively, call CrimeStoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.