New Delhi

Delhi Police has apprehended two juveniles in connection with the stabbing of two people in northeast Delhi's Gokalpuri area over an old dispute, an official said on Tuesday.

The two juveniles, both aged 17 years, were apprehended in connection with the attempt-to-murder case registered after the attack took place on Monday evening, he said.

During sustained questioning, the accused said an old dispute with the victims had led to the attack.

"At their instance, two knives used in the offence were also recovered," the police officer said.

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The stabbing incident was reported near a dairy outlet in the Gokalpuri area on Monday. By the time police reached the spot, the injured had already been rushed to the GTB Hospital.

The victims were identified as Rahul (18) and Vijay (23), both residents of Sanjay Colony in Gokalpuri. Further investigation in the case is underway, police said.