Two men were rushed to hospital after a double stabbing.

Hertfordshire Police is appealing for witnesses and information following the incident in Farrant Way, Borehamwood at 5pm on Tuesday, February 10.

One man was stabbed in the chest and another in the hand. Both required hospital treatment.

It is believed up to eight people were involved in the altercation.

Detective Sergeant David Smith from the Local Crime Unit said: “We believe the offenders and victims were known to each other and this is likely to have been a targeted incident.

“We have spoken to a number of witnesses; however I’d appeal to anyone who has not yet spoken to police to make contact as soon as possible.”

Anyone with information is asked to call the police on 101 or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.