05/05/2016

Man Arrested Over Attempted Murder In Co Armagh

A man has been arrested over an attempted murder in Craigavon, Co Armagh.

Police received a report of a stabbing in the Abercorn Park area shortly after 11.50pm on Wednesday, 04 May.

Police attended the scene and found a 34-year-old man had been attacked with a knife and hammer.

The victim sustained injuries to his head and shoulder.

A 32-year-old man has been arrested and is currently assisting police with their enquiries.

(CD/LM)


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