TWO people arrested in connection with an alleged stabbing in Bournemouth have been released on police bail pending further enquiries.

A man was rushed to hospital after an incident in Oakmead Gardens, West Howe, on Wednesday night

He suffered a cut to his back and was taken to Poole Hospital for treatment.

Police said his injuries were not life-threatening.

Armed officers, police dogs and the NPAS helicopter all attended the incident, which unfolded around 10pm.

The property was cordoned off the following morning and crime scene investigators were called in.

Residents reported seeing a man on the ground and several police officers with guns searching the area.

Several neighbours said they heard shouting during the evening and had been told a stabbing had happened.

A 24-year-old man and a 15-year-old boy arrested over the incident have since been released on police bail until early October, pending further enquiries.