A teenager has been charged following a “stabbing” incident in Market Square in Stonehaven.
A 17-year-old boy has been charged and is due to appear in court.
An 18-year-old boy was taken to the hospital after the incident.
It was described by officers as a “serious assault”, and it is understood that a knife was used.
The 18-year-old’s condition is not known.
Police have said there is no risk to the wider public.
Teenager arrested in Stonehaven
Officers were seen patrolling Stonehaven town centre following the assault.
Witnesses described a heavy police presence in the Market Square.
On Saturday evening, locals were being asked to avoid the area.
Detective Sergeant Niall Mullen said: “This is being treated as an isolated incident and there was no risk to the wider public.
“Anyone with concerns can contact police on 101.”
A police spokesperson said: “Around 8.15pm on Saturday, 15 March, 2025, officers received a report of a serious assault on Market Square, Stonehaven.
“An 18-year-old man was taken to the hospital for treatment.
“A 17-year-old male has been arrested and charged in connection and is due to appear at Aberdeen Sheriff Court on Monday, 17 March, 2025.
“Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101 quoting incident 3318 of 15 March.”
Anyone with information is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101 quoting incident 3318 of March 15.
Information can also be passed anonymously to the charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.
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