In an unsettling event that has disturbed the local community, a pair of boys have been apprehended following a distressing incident at a park in Metheringham, which resulted in a 10-year-old girl sustaining serious but not life-threatening injuries. The incident occurred on Monday afternoon at the Prince’s Street play park, located near the local school, at approximately 15:30 GMT. As of now, the girl is under treatment in hospital.
Lincolnshire Police have verified the arrests of two boys. One is a 15-year-old, accused on grounds of suspicion of intentionally causing serious physical harm, and the other is a 12-year-old boy, accused under suspicion of causing serious physical harm without intent. Both boys are presently in police custody while the investigation moves forward.
The occurrence has highlighted the necessity of maintaining community safety and has nudged local authorities to reassert their commitment to assuring the wellbeing of all residents in the area.
This story was produced by The Lincoln Post on the basis of original reporting from the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
