Two men were stabbed in a sickening broad daylight attack carried out by two teenagers in Skelmersdale on Saturday.
Police were called out shortly before 1pm after two men were found with stab wounds in Southway , close to the job centre which is located opposite the Concourse Shopping Centre.
Skelmersdale Police believe the pair, both in their early 20s, were attacked near the subway between the Co-operative Bank building and Eskdale.
One of the men suffered a stab wound to his upper leg, with the second man suffering a stab wound to his lower leg.
Both men were rushed to hospital for treatment but police confirmed that their injuries are not believed to be life threatening.
The offenders are described as two white males in their late teens, 5ft 6in to 5ft 7in tall, of slim build, with long hair, wearing all dark clothing.
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Detectives are now appealing for anyone with any information regarding the incident to come forward.
Det Sgt Peter Reil, of Skelmersdale CID, said: "This is clearly a shocking and violent attack and we need to find those responsible as soon as possible.
"Both men were assaulted in broad daylight and I believe a number of people will have seen what happened.
"We would encourage anyone with information to come forward and contact police immediately."
Anyone with information can call 101 quoting log 0715 of March 30 or call or independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
