Man left with life-threatening injuries after Newry stabbing

Rebecca Black, PA

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

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

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

A second man, aged 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 spokesperson added.