Man arrested following Strabane stabbing

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A man in his 20's has been taken to hospital after being stabbed in the leg in Strabane this morning.

It happened outside a flat in the Main Street area of the town shortly after 2am.

A 50 year old man has been arrested in connection with the incident, on suspicion of grievous bodily harm with intent.

Detective Sergeant Burns said, “Shortly before 2:10am, it was reported that a man in his 20s approached a flat in the Main Street area of the town. The man then knocked on the door and a male occupant armed with a knife assaulted the man. He received a stab wound injury to his leg as a result of the incident. The man was taken to hospital for his injury."

“A 50 year old man was arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm with intent. He is currently in police custody assisting with enquiries."

“We would appeal to anyone who witnessed the incident or who has any information to contact detectives on 101, quoting reference number 253 22/12/19. Alternatively, information can also be provided to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 which is 100% anonymous and gives people the power to speak up and stop crime.”

A 50 year old man has been arrested following a stabbing incident at Main Street, Strabane this morning. A man in his 20s received an injury to his leg and has been taken to hospital. The incident occurred at around 2:10am this morning.

— Police Service NI (@PoliceServiceNI) December 22, 2019