Man in police custody following stabbing incident in Newcastle, County Down
Detectives investigating a report of a stabbing incident in Newcastle on Thursday 24th August, have arrested a man.
Shortly before 7am, it was reported that a man in his 70s was located at the Main Street area with stab wound injuries. He was taken to hospital for his injuries.
A 47-year old man was arrested in relation to the assault and remains in police custody at this time.
Enquiries are continuing and police would appeal to anyone with any information to contact detectives on 101, quoting reference number 274 24/08/23.
A report can be made using the online reporting form via:
www.psni.police.uk/makeareport .
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