Second man arrested over stabbing in Tyrone
Jonathan McCambridge, PA
Police have made a second arrest after a stabbing in Co Tyrone left a man fighting for life.
Detectives have made a renewed appeal for information and witnesses following the attack in the Main Street area of Castlederg on Saturday.
The victim is in a critical condition after being repeatedly stabbed outside a bar in the town.
A PSNI spokesperson said: “A 27-year-old man who was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and other offences has since been released on police bail to allow for further enquiries into the investigation.
“Meanwhile a second man, aged 28, was arrested on Saturday evening, September 2nd, on suspicion of a number of offences, including attempted murder.
“He remains in police custody at this time – assisting detectives with their enquiries.”
Anyone in the area at the time of the stabbing, or who may have caught dash-cam or mobile phone footage, is asked to call police on 101, quoting reference 127 of September 2nd 2023.
