A man was taken to hospital after suffering stab wounds to the neck at a party in Great Harwood.

Police were alerted by the ambulance service following the incident on School Street at around 9.15pm on Sunday, February 14.

A 23-year-old man was taken to Royal Blackburn Hospital for treatment. His injuries are described as ‘superficial’.

A 22-year-old man from Great Harwood has been arrested on suspicion of committing grievous bodily harm with intent and is due to be questioned by officers this morning.

Anyone with information call police on 101 quoting log number 1285 of February 14.