SOUTH WALES POLICE have issued an update after a teenager was stabbed at Barry Island over the weekend.
Emergency services attended the scene on Monday afternoon following reports that a 17-year-old boy was “stabbed in the leg”.
The teenager required hospital treatment but his injuries are not believed to be life-threatening or life-changing.
The police released a statement which said their efforts were ongoing to “trace the suspect”.
They later confirmed that an 18-year-old man had been arrested on suspicion of wounding with intent and possessing a bladed article in a public place.
This morning (Wednesday), a spokesman from South Wales Police said that the man had been bailed.
The police are not looking for anyone else in connection to the incident. They have said there will be an increased police presence in the area to provide reassurance to members of the public.
After the incident, locals criticised the lack of police presence in the area on such a hot and busy day, claiming the area was packed around the beach by youths, many of whom were drinking alcohol.
Stuart McDean, Chief Inspector of South Wales Police, said such incidents were rare and isolated but acknowledged it had caused concern among those hoping to visit the seafront during half term.
He continued: “Ahead of the bank holiday weekend with the high numbers of expected visitors, the police presence at Barry Island was increased through Op Elstree to prevent crime and anti-social behaviour while ensuring the quiet enjoyment of coastal areas for law-abiding residents and visitors.
“The police presence and high visibility patrols will be further increased to reassure the many people who visit the area over the coming days.”
He said police community support officers would be on hand if anyone had any concerns and encouraged anyone to report any incidents to 101, or 999 in an emergency.
