14/01/2019

Teen Arrested In Connection With Coleraine Attack

A teenager has been arrested after two women were stabbed in County L'Derry over the weekend.

The victims, both aged 22, were attacked while out walking in the Beresford Avenue of Coleraine at around 11.25pm on Sunday 13 January.

They were taken to hospital for injuries which are believed to be serious but not life threatening at this time.

The 17-year-old male was detained a short time later and remains in custody on suspicion of a number of offences including attempted murder.

PSNI Inspector David Jennings said: "We would like to hear from anyone who was in the area and who witnessed the incident or who noticed two males running away. Officers can be contacted by calling 101, quoting reference 1220 13/01/19."



(JG/MH)

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