Two people in hospital following 'serious incident' in Barnstaple

Two people are in hospital following 'a serious incident' in Barnstaple on Monday 26 October.

Police were called to Bear Street at around 4.20pm following reports of a disorder involving three people.

Two men, both aged in their 30s, were taken to hospital - their conditions are not currently known.

A 40-year-old man from Barnstaple was arrested at the scene and he remains in police custody.

Police are not currently looking for anyone else in connection with the incident.

A police cordon is still in place while enquiries are ongoing.

Members of the public are being asked to avoid the area.