DETECTIVES are currently investigating reports of a stabbing which happened in the Newcourt area of Exeter, in the early hours of this morning, Tuesday, June 17.

Police were notified just after midnight to reports that a man had been stabbed in the leg on Blakeslee Drive.

The victim was taken to hospital. His injuries are serious but not believed to be life-threatening.

The two suspects made off from the scene and are currently outstanding.

They were described as male, wearing face coverings and dressed in dark clothing, and were using electric scooters prior to the incident.

A scene guard is currently in place on Blakeslee Drive in Exeter while police enquiries continue.

The police said it is believed to have been an isolated incident and there is no wider threat to the public.

Anyone with information, CCTV or dashcam footage is asked to contact the police via 101, or by visiting the force website, quoting 50250153140.