05/11/2015

Two Charged With Attempted Murder

A teenager and a man have been charged with attempted murder following a stabbing in west Belfast.

The attack happened in the Cullingtree Road area in the early house of Sunday morning.

The victim, aged 18, is currently in a serious condition in hospital.

The suspects, aged 17 and 26, are due to appear at Belfast Magistrates' Court today, 05 November.

The 26-year-old was previously arrested in connection with the incident, however he was released on bail at the time pending further enquiries.

(CD/LM)

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