Five teenagers have been arrested following a reported stabbing and robbery in Wyke Regis.

The victim, a Weymouth man in his late teens, was taken to hospital with an injury to his hand following the incident, which happened at approximately 10.15pm on Wednesday September 25 in the area of Wyke Gardens off Portland Road.

It is reported that a quantity of cash, mobile phone and bag were stolen, and it is alleged that a knife was involved in the incident.

Following enquiries, two men from the Dorchester area, aged 18 and 19, an 18-year-old man from Southampton, a 17-year-old boy from Wareham and a 17-year-old girl from Dorchester were arrested in connection with the incident. They have been released on police bail or under investigation pending further enquiries.

Police are now appealing for witnesses or anyone with relevant CCTV or dashcam footage to come forward.

Detective Inspector Nicky Jenkins, of Weymouth CID, said: “I am appealing to anyone who may have witnessed the incident and has not yet spoken to police to get in touch.

“I would also urge the public to check any CCTV or dashcam footage they may have from the night to assist my investigation.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact Dorset Police at www.dorset.police.uk, via email 101@dorset.pnn.police.uk or by calling 101, quoting occurrence number 55190151603. Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or via www.crimestoppers-uk.org.