Three people have been stabbed and several others have been injured in what is being described as a ‘violent incident’ in Cardiff City Centre yesterday evening.

Emergency services were called to Queen Street, a busy street in the city centre, at around 9.50pm, with South Wales Police saying:

“We are investigating a large disturbance which occurred in Cardiff city centre on Saturday night.

“Multiple reports of a violent incident on Queen Street were received at around 9.50pm.

“Six people have subsequently been taken to, or self-presented at, the University Hospital of Wales with various injuries. 

“One person suffered head injuries and remains in a serious condition, while three others are believed to have sustained stab wounds.

“Two others have presented at hospital with lesser injuries.”