30/03/2015

Arrest Over Stabbing Incident At Hotel In Newtownabbey

Police have arrested a man in connection with a stabbing incident at a hotel in Newtownabbey.

The victim, believed to be in his 30s, is currently in hospital, however his injuries are not believed to be life threatening.

Police attended the scene at the Chimney Corner Hotel at around 3am on Sunday.

A man in his 20s was arrested and is currently in police custody.

(CD)

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