Police have arrested seven people following reports of a fight with weapons in the street.
Officers were called to Alfreton Road, Nottingham, at around 11.55pm on July 2 after reports a group of men were involved in an altercation.
Alfreton Road is closed in both directions at the junction of Raleigh Street. Motorists are advised to find alternative routes.
One man is being treated in hospital for serious injuries.
Officers arrived within minutes and obtained descriptions of the offenders, conducted searches of the area, and recovered weapons.
Seven men, aged between 23 and 43, have been arrested on suspicion of affray and serious assault and remain in custody.
Detective Inspector Luke Todd, of Nottinghamshire Police, said: “Response teams will always react quickly to reports of this nature.
“Officers have worked efficiently to gain initial accounts from witnesses and trace seven suspects.
“Detectives will now be carrying out a thorough investigation into what happened.
“Alfreton Road is likely to remain shut for some time while we deal with this incident and I’d like to thank motorists for their patience.
“There is never any excuse for serious violence and this will always be met with a robust response.
“We are doing everything we can and I hope members of the community are reassured by these swift arrests.
“Anyone who was in the area at the time and may have witnessed the incident, including passing motorists with dash-cam footage, is urged to contact Nottinghamshire Police without delay.”
Information can be shared with the police by calling 101, quoting incident 914 of July 2 2025, while it can also be reported anonymously to Crimestoppers by ringing 0800 555 111.