23/09/2013

Newry Stabbing Being Treated As Murder

Police have said a stabbing incident in Newry is being treated as attempted murder.

The incident occurred in the Talbot Street area of the city on Saturday evening, around 6pm.

The victim was taken to hospital after being slashed in the face. He has since been released from hospital.

A 37-year-old woman was arrested in relation to the incident. She was detained on suspicion of grievous bodily harm and possession of an offensive weapon, with intent to commit and indictable offence. However, a statement released by police on Sunday evening said the woman had been rearrested on suspicion of attempted murder.

She has been released on bail as police enquiries continue.

(JP/CD)

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