A firework was reportedly set off during the incident

A 13-year-old boy has been arrested today after a teenager was stabbed during an altercation in Wolverhampton.

Police were called following reports of a group involved in a disorder in Francis Street, Staveley, shortly before 8pm on Saturday (October 31).

A firework was reportedly set off during the incident, while a 16-year-old boy suffered a stab wound to his arm.

The teenager was taken to hospital for treatment but has since been discharged, with his injuries not believed to be life-changing.

West Midlands Police confirmed that a 13-year-old boy was arrested at an address in Whitmore Reans this morning on suspicion of wounding with intent.

He remains in police custody as enquiries into the incident continue.

The arrest comes as officers continue efforts to tackle violence in public spaces across Wolverhampton as part of Operation Redfox.

The initiative involves regular high-visibility patrols, weapon sweeps and educational work aimed at preventing young people from becoming involved in violence.

A West Midlands Police spokesperson said: "We want our open spaces to remain places for everyone to enjoy and feel safe in and we are urging local people to support our work by sharing information they may have about local gang activity or crime across the city."

Anyone with information is urged to contact West Midlands Police on 101, quoting Operation Redfox, or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.