Three youths have been arrested after a boy was stabbed in the legs in Maidstone.

Police were called to an address in Northumberland Road, Shepway, at 7pm Friday after a disturbance in which a boy was stabbed in the upper thighs.

The victim - who was stabbed in the upper thighs - was taken to Maidstone Hospital by ambulance.

A police spokesman said his injuries are not thought to be life threatening and one other person is being sought in connection with the stabbing.

Anyone with information is urged to contact police on 01795 419161 or Kent Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.