The attack happened on Saturday afternoon, police said

A 14-year-old boy has been stabbed in a car park at Manchester's Arndale Centre shopping mall.

Greater Manchester Police said the boy was injured on the ninth floor of the Arndale Centre car park just after 15:00 BST on Saturday.

The force said his injuries were not believed to be life threatening or life changing. The Arndale was closed for several hours after the stabbing.

Det Insp Sam Jones said: "This is believed to be an isolated incident with no risk to the wider public."

The boy was injured on the ninth floor of Manchester Arndale car park, police said

The BBC understands a row with other males had taken place beforehand.

No arrests have been made in connection with the stabbing so far and inquiries were continuing.

The Arndale was closed for several hours after the stabbing

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