We are appealing for information following a large disorder in Marsh Farm, Luton on Friday 28 March. 

Officers were called just after 4:50pm to a report of a disorder in the Moakes area between a large group of males with weapons, with further reports of shots being fired. 

A teenage boy was taken to hospital and is being treated for suspected stab wounds. He has since been arrested on suspicion of violent disorder. 

A vehicle was also found to have been shot at in Sylam Close. 

The suspects are described as approximately 20 men and boys aged between 16 and 25, believed to be of Black heritage and were dressed in black clothing with balaclavas and gloves. Some were riding e-bikes.

Detective Inspector Adam Butt from Bedfordshire Police, said: “We are following multiple lines of enquiry to piece together the events of this incident, and are keen to hear from anyone with information, doorbell or dashcam footage, particularly in the Vadis Close, Sylam Close and the Moakes areas, that could support our investigation.

“Officers have increased their patrols in the area to help reassure residents and deter further activity.”

Anyone with information is asked to call Bedfordshire Police on 101 quoting Operation Taut or report online .