Northern Ireland

Man (36) arrested after two stabbed in Newtownabbey

Police said the 65-year-old man was arrested
Police said the 65-year-old man was arrested Police said the 65-year-old man was arrested

A 36-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm after another man and a woman were stabbed in Co Antrim.

Police were called to a property on Mill Road in Newtownabbey just after 1am on Tuesday.

The male victim sustained a puncture wound to his leg and the female victim had a laceration to her head.

Windows had been broken at the property.

Both were taken to hospital.

Sergeant Donald said: “A 36-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm with intent and possession of an offensive weapon with intent to commit an indictable offence. He remains in custody at this time.



“Our investigation is underway and we are appealing to anyone with any information that can assist us to contact 101 quoting reference number 52 27/09/22.”