Man charged for attempted murder after man left in critical condition

A 26-year-man was arrested in the Dungannon area in connection with the incident.

By Catherine Healy Friday 26 Feb 2016, 10:25 PM

Feb 26th 2016, 10:25 PM 22,280 Views 7 Comments

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File photo: Clanrolla Park, Craigavon

Image: Google Maps

File photo: Clanrolla Park, Craigavon

Image: Google Maps

Updated 22.25

POLICE IN NORTHERN Ireland have arrested a 26-year-old man in connection with a stabbing incident in Craigavon yesterday.

The man was detained on suspicion of attempted murder and possession of an offensive weapon following the attack, which happened at around 7pm in the Clanrolla Park area.

The suspect was arrested in the Dungannon area and is currently in custody assisting officers with their enquiries.

All charges are set to be reviewed by the PPS.

- Comments have been closed on this article as legal proceedings are ongoing.

- First published 09.30am

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Man charged for attempted murder after man left in critical condition

A 26-year-man was arrested in the Dungannon area in connection with the incident.

Read: Man killed in Belfast after four men force their way into house and shoot him