OFFICERS have been given more time to quiz a 14 year old arrested after a double stabbing in Reading.

The young teenager was arrested for attempted murder after the attack in which two teenagers were stabbed.

It happened in Lucey Close, Tilehurst, on Saturday, September 12, about 11.30pm.

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The road where it happened is close to Cotswold park.

Thames Valley Police launched a murder investigation and arrested the teen on September 14 in connection with the attack.

He was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and grievous bodily harm.

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Today, Thames Valley Police confirmed it had been granted a warrant for further detention to quiz the suspect.

He remains in custody.

Police previously added that one of the victims has been discharged, while the other remains in hospital in a stable condition.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101 ref 43200286779