Armed police were called to an incident after a man was seriously injured in a lunchtime stabbing in Birmingham on Tuesday.
West Midlands Police said a 32-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the stabbing and is currently in police custody.
A nearby school in Bridge Road, Alum Rock, was placed in lockdown after witnesses saw a man stabbing another man in the street shortly after midday.
The force reported that a woman also sustained injuries, but they were not believed to be life-threatening.
Detective Superintendent James Munro said: “We believe this to be a contained incident with a man in custody.
“We understand how deeply distressing and concerning this incident is and we will have extra officers in the area to offer reassurance to the community.”
West Midlands Ambulance Service said three ambulances, two paramedic officers, a trauma team and the air ambulance were sent to the scene after multiple 999 calls were received.
A spokesperson said: "Crews arrived to find a man with serious injuries and administered advanced life support on scene.
"A second patient, a woman, was treated for less serious injuries."
Police are urging witnesses or anyone with information about the incident to come forward by calling 101 or contacting Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.
“We are reviewing CCTV footage and speaking to a number of people in the area. But would appeal to anyone who has any information to get in touch,” Mr Munro said.
