Shorouk Express
A teenage boy has been stabbed in the chest in front of horrified shoppers in a Primark store in Nottingham city centre.
The 17-year-old was seriously injured in what police called an “appalling act of violence” in broad daylight on Long Row on Sunday morning.
The victim was slashed in the chest in the shop at around 11.30am “in full view of members of the public”, said Nottinghamshire Police.
He was treated at the scene by paramedics before being rushed to hospital.
The force said the attacker is still on the run after a suspect fled the scene in the direction of Market Square.
Officers believe a fight broke out between a group of young people outside the store before the attack happened.
Pictures from the scene show a large emergency services presence and a cordon in place in the area around the Primark, with the store seen sealed off. Social media users say the shop has been closed for much of Sunday.
Police launched an investigation into the incident and are now appealing to witnesses to come forward with information.
Detective Inspector Paul Shortt, of Nottinghamshire Police, said: “This was an appalling act of violence carried out in full view of members of the public.
“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.”
Anyone with information is asked to call 101 quoting incident 241 of 23 February 2025. Information can also be passed in confidence to Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555 111.
