Man wounded after ‘shocking’ stabbing in south Armagh

A man has been wounded following a “shocking” stabbing in south Armagh.

The victim, a man aged in his 40s, was treated in hospital following the incident inside a licensed premises in Crossmaglen on Sunday evening, according to police.

A 44-year-old man was arrested.

A police spokesperson said they received a report that a man had been stabbed at around 9.20pm, inside licensed premises in the Concession Road area.

“The man, aged in his 40s, suffered deep lacerations to his hand and a number of more superficial wounds to his head and neck. 

“He attended hospital for treatment,” they said.

“Shortly afterwards a 44-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm with intent and possession of an offensive weapon in a public place.

“He remains in custody at this time.”

Police have issued an appeal for witnesses to come forward and speak to police.

“We know a number of people were present at the time of this shocking attack, and several of them bravely restrained the perpetrator,” they said.

“We would appeal to them to come forward to police to assist with our investigation.”