Teenager has leg amputated after being stabbed at Barry Island

A boy has been forced to have his leg amputated following a stabbing which took place at Barry Island on Bank Holiday Monday. South Wales Police says it is continuing to investigate the incident which left a 17-year-old boy from Cardiff with a serious leg injury. Police say the young man has since had to undergo a life-changing leg amputation and has been subject to critical care at the University Hospital of Wales , Cardiff. For the biggest stories in Wales first sign up to our daily newsletter here . Detective Inspector Sarah Lee, from South Wales Police, said: “The extent and seriousness of the injury sustained by the teenage victim is absolutely devastating. “Understandably his family are distraught, and they have been assigned a specially trained family liaison officer for additional support. “Our investigation, which includes examining hundreds of hours of CCTV footage and tracing witnesses, is continuing. “An 18-year-old man from Riverside, Cardiff, who was arrested on the day of the incident on suspicion of wounding with intent, remains on bail pending further enquiries. “We urge witnesses or anyone with information to please contact South Wales Police or Crimestoppers anonymously.” If you can help police contact officers online or call 101 quoting 2600163243. Alternatively call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111. There was a massive emergency service presence and areas cordoned off on what was one of the hottest days of the year during the half term holiday. Traders told WalesOnline that it had been "horrendous" and criticised the lack of police presence on what had been one of the busiest days they had ever seen, with youths drinking and jumping over barriers . Get daily breaking news updates on your phone by joining our WhatsApp community here . We occasionally treat members to special offers, promotions and ads from us and our partners. See our Privacy Notice.