06/08/2024
Man Arrested In Connection With Belfast Stabbing
A 25-year-old has been arrested on suspicion of wounding with intent to do grievous bodily harm following an assault in south Belfast on the evening of Saturday, 3rd August.
Shortly after 8.10pm on Saturday, police received a report of a suspected stabbing in the Fitzroy Avenue area of the city. Officers attended, alongside the Northern Ireland Ambulance Service, who provided first aid at the scene
On arrival, two men were located injured outside the property. One of the men had sustained a wound to his leg and hand, whilst the other man had a serious injury to his calf.
Both of the men required hospital treatment for their injuries - one requiring extensive surgery.
Detective Sergeant McAllister said that the suspect remains in custody as enquiries continue into the investigation to determine exactly what happened and a motive.
He added: "Anyone with information that could help our investigation is asked to contact police on 101, quoting reference number 1626 03/08/24."
A report can be submitted online using the non-emergency reporting form via www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/ or you can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at crimestoppers-uk.org/
Shortly after 8.10pm on Saturday, police received a report of a suspected stabbing in the Fitzroy Avenue area of the city. Officers attended, alongside the Northern Ireland Ambulance Service, who provided first aid at the scene
On arrival, two men were located injured outside the property. One of the men had sustained a wound to his leg and hand, whilst the other man had a serious injury to his calf.
Both of the men required hospital treatment for their injuries - one requiring extensive surgery.
Detective Sergeant McAllister said that the suspect remains in custody as enquiries continue into the investigation to determine exactly what happened and a motive.
He added: "Anyone with information that could help our investigation is asked to contact police on 101, quoting reference number 1626 03/08/24."
A report can be submitted online using the non-emergency reporting form via www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/ or you can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at crimestoppers-uk.org/
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