Police patrols were increased in Taunton on Friday after a man in his 30s was stabbed as he walked along a road.
The man was injured in the attack in Colin Road at around 11.40pm. Avon and Somerset Police said the man was taken to hospital with two wounds "not believed to be life-threatening or life-changing".
A force spokesperson said two teenage boys were arrested overnight in connection with the incident.
The spokesperson added: "A scene remains in place on Colin Road and you’ll see an increased police presence in the area as house-to-house and other enquiries continue.
"Neighbourhood PCSOs will be patrolling the area today Friday 3 February, to offer a reassuring uniformed presence and speak with anyone who has concerns after this incident.
"We’d like to hear from anyone who was in the Colin Road area last night who saw or has dashcam or other footage of anything which could help. If you have any information please contact us.
"If you can help, please call 101 and give the call handler the reference number 5223026658, or complete our online appeals form."