Man left with life-threatening injuries after Co Down stabbing

A man has life-threatening injuries after a stabbing in Co Down.

Police said the man, in his 30s, was taken to hospital after the incident in the Upper Water Street area of Newry.

A spokesman described his injuries as “life-threatening at this time”.

A second man, in his 20s, was also taken to hospital for treatment for injuries.

“Members of the public are asked to avoid the area and an update will be provided in due course,” the spokesman added.