An investigation has been launched after a 32*-year-old man was stabbed in a High Wycombe pub after a late night brawl.

The victim became involved in a fight with a group of men in Butlers pub in Frogmoor at around 3.40am today (Saturday), during which he sustained a stab wound.

He was taken to hospital and his injuries are believed to be serious but not life-threatening.

A 23-year-old man from Lewisham and a 20-year-old man from Newham, in London, have been arrested on suspicion of GBH and are currently in custody.

Police forensic teams remain at the scene, with drivers reporting crawling traffic on the busy road.

Investigating officer Det Con Suzie Price of Force CID, based at High Wycombe police station, said: “I would like to appeal to anyone who may have witnessed this incident, or who has any information which could relate to it, to come forward and contact police.

“Officers will be carrying out visible patrols in the area to provide reassurance to members of the public. Anyone who has any concerns can approach and speak to an officer.

“There were a number of people in the public house at the time of this incident so I would urge anyone with information to contact me via the Thames Valley Police non-emergency number 101.”

If you don’t want to speak directly to police, you can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111. No personal details are taken, information is not traced or recorded and you will not go to court.

*Information released by Thames Valey Police originally stated the victim was 23, however a spokesman has confirmed he is actually 32.