Two men have been taken to hospital after being stabbed near Watford town centre.

A large police presence was seen outside Watford Junction and O’Neill’s pub, in Station Road, yesterday (August 2).

Herts Police confirmed they detained a man and two others were taken to hospital for treatment after suffering stab injuries.

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Officers remained at the scene and confirmed they were investigating the “exact circumstances surrounding the incident”, just before 10pm.

Anyone with information has been asked to report it online or by calling 101 quoting ISR 644 of August 2.

Pictures from the scene show the force cordoned off Bridle Path.

Herts Police have been contacted for more information this morning (August 3). Update to follow.

The East of England Ambulance service has also been contacted.

The force added that the incident is a live investigation and therefore requested that people do not post speculation about the incident that could prejudice the criminal justice process online.